Deputy Team Manager - Adults Social Care CLS Team 3

Thurrock Council; Thurrock; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Thurrock is seeking a Deputy Team Manager for the Community Led Support Team 3. This role involves providing support for adults and managing complex cases within a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates must have a relevant social work qualification along with at least two years of post-qualifying experience. The role also requires the ability to promote independent living and ensure compliance with statutory guidelines. The position offers flexible working opportunities and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years post‑qualifying experience.
• Enhanced DBS check with Adults Barred List required.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard vulnerable adults.
• Provide high quality casework service.
• Promote independent living.
• Comply with legislation and local policies.

Skills

Social work

Casework service

Consultation and support

Promoting independent living

Education

Relevant Social Work Qualification

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Job Title: Deputy Team Manager - Community Led Support (CLS) Team 3

Salary: £45,624 - £52,038 per annum

Grade: F

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

We are seeking a committed individual to join us as a Deputy Manager in the CLS Team 3.

Are you an experienced Senior Social Worker looking for a new challenge?

We are looking for a qualified practitioner who is experienced, confident, creative, and empowered to promote change and positive outcomes for adults and who will be committed to our journey of continuing improvement. If you are passionate about the outcomes for adults, committed to direct work and want to make a difference in the life of adults, we want to hear from you!

This role is an exciting opportunity to help support and deputise for the Team Manager and contribute to the Community Led Support (CLS) Team 3 within the Adults, and Health Directorate of the Council. You will be required to provide support for adults and a multi-disciplinary team of Care and Health Professionals.

Job Purpose

• To safeguard vulnerable adults.
• To provide high quality, research-based casework service to all Adult Social Care service users and hold cases that consist mainly of the most complex situations.
• To offer consultation, support, specialist advice and joint working to colleagues within Adult Social Care.
• To promote independent living where safe to do so.
• To comply with and promote legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedures.

Essential Qualifications

Must hold a relevant Social Work Qualification, be Registered with Social Work England (SWE) and have at least 2 years post‑qualifying experience.

DBS Check

Enhanced Level with Adults Barred List is required for this post.

Benefits of Working with Us

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts and local offers
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

Important Dates

• Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 18th December 2025
• Closing Date (Internal & External): 4th January 2026
• Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information

If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:
Joyce Muzangwa – Team Manager, CLS Team 3
Email | mobile: [phone]

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below:
Download Job Profile (PDF Document)

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