Adults Social Worker – Safeguarding Team #000A1F6A1

Semester.co.uk; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Une autorité locale recherche un Team Manager expérimenté pour diriger son ARCH Hospital Discharge Team à Stepping Hill Hospital. Le candidat idéal aura au moins 3 ans d'expérience en gestion d'équipe, des compétences en leadership, et une connaissance des lois sur la protection des adultes. Cette position offre des possibilités de formation continue et des conditions de travail attrayantes au sein d'une équipe dynamique.

Benefits

Formation continue gratuite

Rémunération compétitive

Paiement hebdomadaire via paie interne

Équipe dédiée et amicale pour le soutien

Consultant expérimenté attitré

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 ans d'expérience en tant que gestionnaire d'équipe ou rôle senior équivalent.
• Connaissance approfondie des réglementations de protection et du Care Act.
• Licence de conduire britannique à jour.

Responsibilities

• Diriger et gérer une équipe de discharge hospitalier performante.
• Superviser et soutenir les travailleurs sociaux et le personnel non qualifié.
• Coordonner les sorties en toute sécurité en respectant les cadres juridiques.

Skills

Leadership

Gestion de cas

Travail en équipe multidisciplinaire

Education

Qualification en travail social

Job description

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

If you want to learn more about this role or other opportunities with Semester.co.uk, click the ‘Apply’ button below.