Team Manager – Community Review Team. Starting salary £53,806. Hours 37. Location Farnham House, Stevenage. Contract type Fixed Term or Secondment (12 Months). Directorate Adult Care Services. This job role is Level 13.
About The Team
The Community Review team is a dynamic service that works across the community under the Care Act to safeguard, assess, plan support and review adults and cares with long‑term health and social care needs. We offer hybrid working arrangements, flexible hours, community engagement and volunteer activities, and support continuous learning and development.
About The Role
As Team Manager you’ll lead and inspire the team, ensuring high‑quality practice, strong performance, and effective use of resources. You’ll oversee complex cases, safeguard vulnerable adults, and drive initiatives that promote independence, early intervention and community inclusion. This leadership role involves shaping practice, mentoring staff and influencing positive outcomes for service users.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, manage and develop a multi‑disciplinary team to deliver excellent services.
* Ensure compliance with legislation (Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act).
* Oversee safeguarding investigations and risk management.
* Promote independence, wellbeing and early intervention through person‑centred solutions.
* Manage budgets, resources and performance effectively.
* Build strong partnerships with agencies, communities and carers.
* Drive continuous improvement and workforce development.
Essential Criteria
* Qualified Social Worker or Occupational Therapist.
* Registration with Social Work England or HCPC.
* Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
* Proven leadership experience in health or social care settings.
* Strong knowledge of adult social care legislation and safeguarding.
* Experience in managing budgets, resources and staff performance.
* Excellent communication, problem‑solving and partnership‑building skills.
Benefits
* Supportive and collaborative culture.
* Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance.
* Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
* Continuous professional development, leadership training and clear career progression pathways.
* Access to employee wellbeing programmes, staff networks and discounts.
Additional Information
Disability Confident: We guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
Safeguarding: This role requires a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
Driving Required: Ability to drive and travel within Hertfordshire using personal vehicle or company car.
English Fluency: Ability to converse in spoken English; for those who use signed language a sign‑language interpreter will be provided if required.
This role is open to secondments for eligible employees.
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