Hospital Social Care: Assistant Team Manager (Hybrid)

SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL; Epsom; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Epsom is seeking an Assistant Team Manager to lead a dynamic team at Epsom General Hospital. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model. Candidates should possess a Professional Social Work or Occupational Therapy degree, significant experience in social care, and excellent communication skills. Join a supportive environment focused on timely hospital discharges and community care.

Benefits

26 days' holiday

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development resources

Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a social care setting with management experience.
• Understanding of Adult Social Care legislation and frameworks.
• Ability to travel around the county as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support the day-to-day running of the team.
• Make sound decisions to adapt to changing needs.
• Develop effective partnership relationships with individuals and families.
• Provide support to the Team Manager in social care service delivery.
• Support staff in expediting discharges for vulnerable adults.

Skills

Professional Social Work or Occupational Therapy degree

Significant post-qualification experience

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of safeguarding vulnerable adults' procedures

Ability to manage and develop effective relationships

Education

Professional registration with relevant registration authority

Job description

A local government authority in Epsom is seeking an Assistant Team Manager to lead a dynamic team at Epsom General Hospital. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model. Candidates should possess a Professional Social Work or Occupational Therapy degree, significant experience in social care, and excellent communication skills. Join a supportive environment focused on timely hospital discharges and community care.