Care Manager / Social Work Assistant

BCP Council; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Bournemouth is seeking a part-time Care Manager for its Community Rehabilitation Team in Adult Social Care. This role involves collaborating with health and social care partners to support individuals with significant mental health needs. Candidates should have experience in adult mental health and excellent communication skills. The pay range is £31,537 - £36,363 pro rata, reflecting the council's commitment to fairness and growth. A valid driving licence is required, and the role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Attractive enhanced benefits

Career-defining roles

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in adult mental health or community rehabilitation settings.
• Confidence in working within multi-agency partnerships.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Valid driving licence with access to a car.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and reviews in line with the Care Act.
• Develop strengths-based plans and manage risk collaboratively.
• Coordinate support services to promote independence.
• Maintain safeguarding practices and accurate record-keeping.

Skills

Adult mental health experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Digital record-keeping

Multi-agency partnership

Job description

The pay range for this role will be £31,537 - £36,363 (pro rata for part time colleagues).

We’re looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward‑thinking team.

You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on "More than just a job" brochure.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Community Rehabilitation Team as a Care Manager within Adult Social Care. This role is offered on a part‑time basis, with a commitment of 27 hours per week. As a Care Manager, you will collaborate closely with health and social care partners to support individuals living with significant mental health needs within the community. Your work will focus on enabling recovery, fostering independence, and facilitating safe discharge planning where appropriate.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and reviews in line with the Care Act and Section 117, ensuring that all processes adhere to statutory guidance and best practice.
• Develop strengths‑based plans and manage risk in partnership with multi‑disciplinary colleagues, ensuring that planning is person‑centred and collaborative.
• Coordinate support services that promote independence and enable timely transitions, including supporting individuals through the hospital discharge process where relevant.
• Maintain safeguarding practices and ensure that all records are kept to a high standard, reflecting accurate and up-to-date information.

The Ideal Candidate

• An enthusiastic individual with relevant experience in adult mental health or community rehabilitation settings.
• Confidence in working within multi‑agency partnerships and the ability to communicate in a clear and professional manner.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and digital record‑keeping skills.
• A working knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and strengths‑based practice.
• To hold a valid driving licence and have access to a car.

Interview Date: 10th February 2026. Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with an existing right to work in the UK.

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world‑renowned coastline. We can offer career‑defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world‑class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

Our Benefits

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DBS

BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details.