Job Description
Qualified Social Worker, Community Learning Disability Team, Bolton CouncilPay rate to £36 per hour Contract roleVitalis are recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to work as a Deputy Team Manager in a Community Learning Disability Team in Bolton Council.
* To deputise for the Team Manager as appropriate
* To assist in the management of risk at organisational, professional, and individual levels.
* To work within national and departmental standards of professional practice and ensure own professional development
* To provide leadership and to support individuals and teams to achieve organisational objectives.
* To assist in the management and control of resources and expenditure of budgets.
* To reach decisions in relation to the level of response necessary for referrals and assist the Team Manager in the effective allocation of work to staff.
* To assist the Team Manager in the effective management, support and supervision of staff by identifying and working with them on their own development and training needs where appropriate
* To contribute to continuous quality performance and assist in the implementation and monitoring of quality assurance systems.
* To ensure that desired outcomes are achieved for individuals, families and carers whilst promoting the organisations strategic aims.
* To adhere to policy, procedures and best practice and ensure that Adults are kept safe and adhere to adults safeguarding processes as required
* To prepare for, facilitate, chair and participate in the investigation and resolution of complaints, safeguarding investigations and decision-making forums.
* To adhere to the appropriate HR policies and procedure in the effective management of staff.
* To assist the senior management teams in the delivery of objectives by managing change at all levels.
* To contribute to the recruitment and selection process
* To undertake other duties and responsibilities as may be determined by the Managing Director for the Integrated Care Partnership & Adult Services as required.
* To continually review, develop and improve systems, processes, and services in support of the council’s pursuit of excellence in service delivery and values
Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
* Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
* Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
* Looked After Children (LAC)
* Children’s Social Work
* Adult Social Work
* Service Manager
* Head of Service
* Team Manager
* Assistant Team Manager
* A wide range of housing roles
* Careers in SEND in local authorities
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