ASW Asst Team Manager/Practice Manager, Southwark

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Southwark seeks an ASW Assistant Team Manager to manage hospital discharge processes. This role involves overseeing a team to ensure efficient patient transitions from hospital to home, requiring strong leadership and knowledge of relevant care laws. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant

Online registration support

Prompt payroll

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for patient discharges.
• Mentor and supervise social workers.

Skills

Leadership

Decision Making

Creative Thinking

Job description

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Job Title: ASW Assistant Team Manager/Practice Manager, Southwark

Location: Southwark, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU Work Permit Required: Yes

Job Reference: c798fb24cecf

Job Views: 3

Posted: 17.05.2025

Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description:

Salary: £40.69 per hour

Work Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday (Hospital Discharge)

Southwark Council is seeking an energetic and passionate Deputy Team Manager to oversee Hospital Discharge Transfers of Care during weekends. This leadership role involves managing a team to ensure smooth patient discharges and effective care transitions from hospital to home or other settings.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations from Tuesday to Saturday, ensuring efficient triage, case allocation, and assessments.
• Provide guidance on complex discharges, safeguarding, and mental capacity assessments.
• Lead the management of weekend hospital discharges at Kings and St Thomas Hospital, and coordinate referrals to extra care schemes.
• Mentor and supervise social workers and assistant practitioners, fostering professional growth.

Candidate Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Continuing Healthcare processes.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and safeguarding meetings.
• Ability to lead confidently, think creatively, and make informed decisions.
• Supervisory experience of 4-5 social workers preferred.

Additional Notes: The role requires presence at St Thomas Hospital and Kings College Hospital approximately 4 days per week, with limited scope for working from home.

What We Offer:

• A dedicated consultant with access to social work roles across the UK.
• Online registration and ongoing compliance support.
• Prompt payroll and additional benefits.

For more information, please get in touch. We also offer referral bonuses for passing on this opportunity.