Job Summary
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Social Care Team Manager for a busy Hospital/Intermediate Care team to provide exceptional leadership and operational oversight.
We are committed to ensuring positive outcomes for residents of Sandwell by supporting and promoting individuals well-being, rights, and independence, and we are looking for a passionate manager to drive our mission forward.
This is a key leadership role for an experienced manager who can provide professional support, strategic guidance and inspire a team of dedicated social workers and practitioners to deliver high‑quality, strength based and person‑centred care and support services.
Main Duties
* Provide day‑to‑day operational leadership, management, and professional supervision to the team
* Ensure that services are compliant with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
* Lead on quality assurance, conducting audits and performance reviews to embed service improvements and best practices
* Chair complex multi‑agency meetings and foster effective working relationships with external partners and agencies
* Identify training needs, coach and mentor colleagues to support their professional growth and development
* Handle complaints and concerns, resolving complex situations of high risk and ensuring appropriate safeguarding responses
* Support the Operational Head within the 7‑day Hospital 2 Home Team
* Be responsible for the leadership and management of the Social Work Team, ensuring that the Discharge to Assess Process are embedded in practice
* Work from various locations and oversee the timely discharge of people from hospital or intermediate care settings
* Work in partnership with the NHS and the ICB
* Have a strong customer focus
What Youll Be Doing
Our main responsibilities include the activities described above.
Person Specification – Essential
* A recognised professional qualification in Social Work (e.g., Degree in Social Work) or equivalent, and current registration with the relevant professional body
* Minimum 3 years post‑qualification practice and experience within a relevant adult social care setting
* Minimum 2 years experience or involvement of managing large and complex budgets
* Proven experience in a management or leadership role within a social care setting
* Comprehensive and applied knowledge of relevant social care legislation, policies and frameworks (e.g., Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Children Act)
* Strong leadership, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to motivate and support a team effectively
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and writing skills
* Ability to manage a demanding workload in a high‑pressure environment
* Demonstrated experience of working in a senior setting with leadership and supervisory responsibility
* Experience of partnership working, working to improve performance and managing change
Qualifications
* Social Work Qualification (DipSw, Social Work Degree or equivalent)
Benefits
* Generous annual leave allowance
* Defined benefit pension scheme with generous employer contributions
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression, including access to the Social Work Academy and ongoing training
* Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options
* Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Working Hours
37 hours per week.
How to Apply
We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible.
If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, or have experienced a problem whilst applying for a position, please contact the Resourcing Team on 0121 569 3300 or via e‑mail to hr_resourcing@sandwell.gov.uk.
For more information about working for Sandwell Council, the recruitment process and the offer to you, please visit https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs.
Employment Conditions
Pay: £55,609 to £59,027 a year.
Contract: Permanent.
Working pattern: Full‑time.
Location: Freeth Street, Oldbury, B69 3DE.
Employer Details
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
Freeth Street, Oldbury, B69 3DE
Website: https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a disclosure submission will be required to check for any previous convictions. Applicants must have current UK professional registration and an enhanced DBS check.
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