Assistant Team Manager – Adult Disability & Hospital Teams
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council is hiring two Assistant Team Managers to lead our Adult Disability Team based at Moat Lane and our Hospital Team based at Churchill House. The role requires strong leadership, person‑centred practice, and the ability to manage teams across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise staff to embed a strengths‑based model of assessment and support, promoting independence and well‑being for people with learning, physical, and autism needs.
* Take responsibility for day‑to‑day operational management of the team, working with the Team Manager.
* Ensure services are delivered in a person‑centred and strengths‑based way, achieving better outcomes for people, carers, and families.
* Supervise and quality‑assure staff work, ensuring compliance with professional practice, legal and directorate requirements.
* Participate in the Hospital Team weekend rota; additional payment will be made for two increments.
* Work from various locations within the Solihull borough, with a hybrid office/home model.
Required Qualifications
* Professional social work qualification and current Social Work England registration.
* Evidence of continuous professional development.
* Substantial post‑qualified experience in Adult Social Work services.
* Experience in providing professional supervision to others.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation.
* Demonstrable experience delivering person‑centred and strength‑based practice.
Benefits & Working Conditions
Hybrid working model combining office and home, a flexible and agile working environment, an extensive wellbeing offer, and a career average pension scheme.
The role requires a DBS check, a valid driving licence, car ownership and the ability to operate a suitable vehicle. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants.
Application Information
Closing date: 23 November 2025. Interviews will be held on Tuesday 2 and Friday 5 December 2025.
Contact: Louise Redsull (Adult Disability Team) – 07799 645574 / louise.redsull@solihull.gov.uk; Maxime Cane (Hospital Team) – 07867 373661 / maxime.cane@solihull.gov.uk.
Solihull Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Important
This is an essential car user post due to operational requirements; a suitable vehicle must be provided.
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