Assistant Team Manager

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Wiltshire is seeking an experienced Assistant Team Manager to lead the South Locality Discharge Service. This role supports service delivery for adults and involves supervising Social Workers. Candidates must hold a relevant qualification in social care or health and have management experience. This opportunity is based at Salisbury District Hospital, with a focus on embedding HomeFirst principles.

Benefits

Strong network of support

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have at least two years of management or supervisory experience.
• Experience in social care or health settings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the South Locality Discharge Service.
• Support the flow between acute and community settings.
• Supervise and support Social Workers and Social Care Practitioners.

Skills

Leadership skills

Decision-making

Motivating a team

Customer responsiveness

Education

Degree or Diploma in Social Work or Occupational Therapy

Level 5 management qualification

Job description

Salary: £48,064 - £50,236 (Inclusive of 7.5% Market Supplement)

Hours per week: 37 hours

Interview date: Friday 15 August 2025



Hospital Discharge Team - Bridging Care, Ensuring Recovery

We're seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Team Manager to help lead our South Locality Discharge Service and play a key part in delivering efficient, effective services for adults across Wiltshire.

Our team is part of a supportive, county-wide discharge service. This role is based at Salisbury District Hospital and covers other settings, including rehabilitation beds in care homes. We offer a strong network of support, guidance, and professional development to support you in this role.

As Assistant Team Manager, you will support the flow between acute and community settings, to achieve positive outcomes for customers. Central to this is embedding “HomeFirst” principles and ensuring timely, safe assessments and support delivery. You will have a pivotal role in delivering a high-performing, customer- responsive service. You will supervise and support Social Workers and Social Care Practitioners, ensuring a culture of learning and development.

We are looking for a confident decision-maker who understands the importance of performance and brings energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for doing things differently to achieve the best outcomes. You will need strong, refined leadership skills to support, develop, and motivate a team of highly skilled professionals.

You should hold a relevant professional qualification in social care or health -such as a degree or Diploma in Social Work or Occupational Therapy. A Level 5 management qualification (or equivalent experience) is essential, along with at least two years of management or supervisory experience.