£51,356 - £55,631 per year. Community Learning Disabilities Team (Non-Case holding Post).
Are you passionate about leading and inspiring a team that supports adults with learning disabilities to achieve their full potential?
Swansea Council is seeking a dedicated and motivated Team Manager (qualified Social Worker) to lead our Community Learning Disabilities Team. This is a non case holding managerial role, focused on driving the team's performance and service quality rather than holding a caseload.
About the Role
* Provide effective leadership and management to a team of social workers and allied professionals within the Community Learning Disabilities Team.
* Supervise staff, providing professional support and guidance
* Oversee and quality assure the delivery of assessments, reviews, and person-centred care planning by team members.
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation in practice and service delivery.
* Work collaboratively with health colleagues and partners in a multi-disciplinary environment to ensure the best outcomes for adults with learning disabilities.
* Ensure the team enables people with learning disabilities to achieve greater independence and personal outcomes.
* Champion social inclusion, safeguarding, and support for families and carers at a service level.
* Fulfil statutory responsibilities under the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 and related legislation, ensuring team compliance and best practice.
* Lead on service development, contribute to strategic planning, and represent the team at management forums and partnership meetings.
About You
* Professional qualification in Social Work and registration with the Care Council for Wales.
* Substantial experience in adult social care, ideally within learning disabilities services, including supervisory or management responsibilities.
* Excellent leadership, supervision, and team development skills.
* Proven ability to oversee complex assessments, care planning, and multi-disciplinary working.
* Strong commitment to equal opportunities, quality assurance, and continuous professional development.
* Competence in applying relevant legislation (e.g., SSWBA 2014, NHS & Community Care Act 1990, Mental Health Act 1983) to team practice and service delivery.
* Ability to use IT systems for performance monitoring, case recording, and data input.
* Post-qualifying award in Social Work, Practice Teachers Award, or a management qualification.
* In-depth knowledge of benefits systems and experience of working with adults with a diverse range of disabilities.
* Experience in service development and leading change.
What We Offer
* Supportive management environment with regular supervision and opportunities for leadership development.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults across the service.
* Flexible and innovative working practices, including hybrid options where appropriate.
* Welsh language awareness training and support.
Additional Information
* Enhanced DBS check required.
* The role may involve occasional work outside core hours and supporting staff who conduct home visits.
* The Council is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Safeguarding
Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at https://www.swansea.gov.uk/corporatesafeguarding
If you are interested in applying for this role and have any questions you would like to discuss, please contact Principal Officer for Learning Disabilities, Damian Rees via Damian.Rees@swansea.gov.uk
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