Adults Social Worker – Safeguarding Team #000A1F6A1
Job Title: Team Manager – ARCH Hospital Discharge Team
Location: Stepping Hill Hospital & Regent House, Stockport
Employer: Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC)
Start Date: Required by 23rd June 2025
Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
On-Site Requirement: Minimum 4 days per week
About the Role
Stockport MBC is seeking a strong, dynamic, and experienced Team Manager to lead the ARCH Hospital Discharge Team, based primarily at Stepping Hill Hospital with regular attendance at Regent House.
This key leadership role within a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary hospital discharge environment requires proven experience managing both qualified and unqualified staff, including social workers, ASYE, and apprenticeships. The successful candidate will ensure the safe and timely discharge of adults across all discharge pathways.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage a high-performing hospital discharge team
* Supervise and support social workers, apprentices, and unqualified staff
* Oversee safe discharge planning aligned with legal frameworks and best practices
* Collaborate closely with health partners (ICB, NHS), third-sector organisations, and internal stakeholders
* Attend and chair safeguarding meetings, MDTs, and Court of Protection (CoP) matters
* Maintain effective patient flow while supporting staff wellbeing and performance
* Ensure Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration
* Minimum 3 years’ experience as a team manager or equivalent senior role
* Extensive knowledge of the Care Act, Safeguarding, MCA, and Best Interests Meetings (BIM)
* Proven ability to manage high caseloads and staff in a high-pressure hospital environment
* Strong multi-agency working skills and experience leading professional meetings
* Hold a full UK driver’s licence
* Able to work at least 4 days per week on-site
Application Process
If you’re a confident, flexible, and experienced leader ready to support safe discharges and manage a busy front-line team, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, contact Rob at Semester Recruitment or send your CV today.
Must-Have Requirements:
* Enhanced DBS/Update service
* References for the last 5 years of employment
Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk
* Free ongoing training opportunities
* Competitive pay rates
* In-house payroll with weekly payments and support
* Enhanced DBS completed
* Support and advice from a dedicated, friendly team
* A dedicated experienced consultant
* Various employment opportunities in your preferred area
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