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Overview
Brent is a borough full of energy, opportunity and community pride. Spanning both inner and outer London, our diversity and ambition make Brent a truly unique place to live and work.
As part of our transformation journey, we are seeking a motivated and experienced Deputy Team Manager to join our Daytime AMHP Team within Adult Social Care. You will help drive safe, effective and person‑centred mental health services while supporting and developing a dedicated team of professionals.
Responsibilities
* Provide operational leadership, supervision and specialist advice to AMHPs and social care staff
* Lead day‑to‑day operations, ensuring effective case allocation and compliance with statutory duties under the Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended 2007), Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Care Act 2014
* Undertake Mental Health Act Assessments as a warranted AMHP, ensuring least restrictive options are applied
* Supervise and support staff, including trainee AMHPs, to deliver safe, high‑quality and person‑centred practice
* Manage performance, case quality and safeguarding responsibilities
* Work collaboratively with NHS partners, police, courts, voluntary organisations and council services
* Deputise for the Team Manager and contribute to continuous service improvement and policy development
Qualifications
* Social Work England registration and a current Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) warrant
* Substantial post‑qualifying experience in adult social care and mental health practice
* Proven ability to supervise, mentor and support staff to deliver high‑quality outcomes
* Strong knowledge of social care legislation, safeguarding and best practice in adult mental health
* Excellent communication, analytical and influencing skills
* A flexible and resilient leadership style, with commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement
Benefits
* 27 days annual leave (rising with service) + 8 bank holidays
* Flexible working, with up to 2 days from home per week (subject to role)
* Supportive family‑friendly policies
* Free, confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* Travel benefits: season ticket loans, Zipcar access, affordable parking, and a Cycle to Work scheme with great onsite facilities
* Financial wellbeing support, including education sessions and childcare deposit loans
* My Brent Rewards: exclusive savings on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more
Additional benefits
* £5,000 “golden hello” for SW‑qualified managers new to Brent (after probation)
* £3,000 annual retention payment for eligible frontline social workers/managers (PO2–PO7)
How to apply
Interviews are expected to take place from 6th November.
Please click ‘Apply’ and include a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the Person Specification. CVs are welcome but must be accompanied by a supporting statement.
Brent Council welcomes applications from all communities and encourages applicants to complete the diversity section. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and offer reasonable adjustments during the process. If you require adjustments, please contact recruitment@brent.gov.uk.
Roles involving vulnerable adults or children are subject to Enhanced DBS and other pre‑employment checks. Application data may be shared with Cifas to help prevent fraud and misconduct.
Job details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Management, Health Care Provider, and Other
* Industries: Government Administration, Public Health, and Civic and Social Organizations
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