Community Social Work Team Manager

Cardiff Council; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in Cardiff is seeking a Community Social Work Team Manager responsible for overseeing the Case Management Service. The successful candidate will support complex cases and manage a specialist area within social work. Candidates must possess a social work qualification and a minimum of 3 years experience in social services. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to significant social work practices in the community.

Qualifications

• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development is required.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualifying experience in social services is mandatory.
• Experience in complex case management and safeguarding issues is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Case Management Service supporting complex cases.
• Assist the Service Manager in strategic management.
• Take responsibility for a specialist social work area.

Skills

Strong work prioritization and risk management skills

Data analysis and trend evaluation skills

Ability to develop procedures and support training

Effective conflict and complaint management skills

Education

Social Work qualification

SCW registration

Job description

Community Social Work Team Manager, Cardiff

Details

• Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom
• Job Category: Other
• EU Work Permit Required: Yes
• Job Reference: 9ee559c450a7
• Job Views: 31
• Posted: 12.08.2025
• Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description

The post holder will be the Team Manager responsible for the Case Management Service supporting complex cases, reviews, unpaid carers, and respite for older people and adults with impairments.

They will support the Service Manager in the strategic management of the service and will take responsibility for a specialist social work area, attending meetings and providing expert input as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Social Work qualification
• SCW registration
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
• Understanding of Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Safeguarding Procedures
• Experience supervising social work staff or mentoring colleagues
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualifying experience in social services
• Experience in complex case management and safeguarding issues
• Knowledge of Mental Capacity practice

Skills & Abilities

• Strong work prioritization and risk management skills
• Data analysis and trend evaluation skills
• Ability to develop procedures and support training
• Effective conflict and complaint management skills