Team Manager - Dacorum Assessment TeamLocation: Hertfordshire County Council Pay Rate: £45.50 per hour (Umbrella)Contract: Locum / AgencyEden Brown Synergy is currently recruiting for an experienced Team Manager to join the Dacorum Assessment Team in Hertfordshire County Council. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader with a background in frontline children''s services, particularly within assessment and safeguarding.This role is ideal for a confident practitioner who can manage performance, lead from the front, and ensure high-quality decision-making within statutory timeframes.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and oversee incoming contacts and referrals, ensuring processing within 3 daysProvide clear case direction and decision-making oversight across the teamSupervise social workers on a monthly basis, supporting development and performanceChair key meetings including strategy meetings and multi-agency discussionsAttend and contribute to management and team meetings, providing regular updatesOversee case transfers to relevant teams, ensuring smooth transitionsEnsure compliance with Social Work England (SWE) standards and statutory requirementsHandle complaints effectively and within required timescalesComplete quality assurance audits and reflect on practice standardsAddress performance issues and escalate appropriately through management structureEnsure child-focused practice, including writing directly to children within case recordsAbout YouStrong leadership and