Mental Health Assistant Team Manager (Locum) – Flexible Hours

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Team Manager to join their Mental Health Team in Solihull. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £35.44 and involves supervising a dedicated team, engaging with individuals, and ensuring quality service delivery. Ideal candidates will have a degree in social work, current registration with Social Work England, and managerial experience in social care. Flexible work arrangements are offered, allowing for a balance between office and remote work.

Benefits

Competitive Hourly Rate

Networking Opportunities

Professional Growth

Flexible Work Arrangements

Qualifications

• Current registration with Social Work England is required.
• Recent managerial experience as Team Manager, Deputy Team Manager, or Assistant Team Manager.
• Significant frontline experience in Adults/Children’s Services.

Responsibilities

• Engage with individuals and manage a team of five or six professionals.
• Oversee key processes including 117 and funding operations.
• Shape strategies and decisions with knowledge of the Mental Health Act.
• Provide coverage for duty responsibilities in the absence of permanent team members.

Skills

Managerial experience

Frontline experience in Adults/Children’s Services

Understanding of Mental Health Act

Team leadership

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in social work

Job description

A leading UK recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Team Manager to join their Mental Health Team in Solihull. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £35.44 and involves supervising a dedicated team, engaging with individuals, and ensuring quality service delivery. Ideal candidates will have a degree in social work, current registration with Social Work England, and managerial experience in social care. Flexible work arrangements are offered, allowing for a balance between office and remote work.