Assistant Team Manager - Learning Disability Team

Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council; Redcar; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council seeks a dynamic Assistant Team Manager to lead the Learning Disabilities Team in Adult Social Care. You will oversee operations, mentor staff, and advocate for person-centered approaches. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience in social care and a strong commitment to community-focused practice. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Local government pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Adult Social Care, ideally within learning disabilities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• A commitment to inclusive, community-focused practice.

Responsibilities

• Support the Team Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and mentorship to social workers.
• Lead on complex casework, safeguarding, and multi-agency collaboration.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Experience in Adult Social Care

Knowledge of strengths-based approaches

Job description

Overview

At Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, we believe Adult Social Care is about people, purpose, and progress. Our Learning Disabilities Team plays a vital role in supporting individuals to live safe, independent, and fulfilling lives, and now, we're looking for a dynamic Assistant Team Manager to help lead that mission. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and compassionate professional ready to take the next step in their leadership journey. You'll work alongside a dedicated team, supporting frontline practice, driving innovation, and helping shape the future of adult social care in our communities.

Your Leadership Role

• Support the Team Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations and service delivery
• Provide supervision, guidance, and mentorship to social workers and support staff
• Champion strengths-based, person-centred approaches across the team
• Lead on complex casework, safeguarding, and multi-agency collaboration
• Contribute to service development, performance monitoring, and quality assurance
• Proven experience in Adult Social Care, ideally within learning disabilities
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
• A commitment to inclusive, community-focused practice
• Passion for partnership working and continuous improvement
• Competitive salary and access to the local government pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training
• A collaborative, forward-thinking team culture that values your voice