Senior Team Manager, Integrated Mental Health

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirklees Council is seeking a Deputy Team Manager to join the South Kirklees Enhanced Team in Huddersfield. The role involves line management of social workers and care practitioners within an integrated multi-disciplinary team, delivering evidence-based and recovery-focused care.

You will work to strengthen the adult social care pathway, collaborate with NHS partners, and support the team in delivering person-centred services. DBS check is required; permanent position with 37 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Change management skills essential to adapt and guide the team.
• Substantial post-qualifying experience in a relevant setting.
• SWE registered social worker with professional qualification.
• Understanding of Care Act and s.117 eligibility in assessments.
• Ability to manage resources within budget.
• Knowledge of Integrated working and health/social care integration.
• Experience in mentoring less-experienced colleagues.
• Evidence of management training or equivalent competencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide line management to team members including qualified Social Workers and care practitioners.
• Safeguard vulnerable adults as Safeguarding Co-ordinator under local policy.
• Support the Team Manager to ensure effective management of social care staff and practices.
• Make recommendations regarding support packages in the Team Manager’s absence.
• Assist in budget monitoring and financial management.
• Support adoption of enabling approaches and positive risk-taking to promote independence.
• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team to deliver holistic care.

Skills

Change management

Budget management

Integrated working

Mentoring

Management training

Legislation awareness

IT systems

Social work leadership

Team leadership

Collaboration

Education

SWE recognised professional Social Work qualification

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Kirklees Council is seeking a Deputy Team Manager to join the South Kirklees Enhanced Team in Huddersfield. The role involves line management of social workers and care practitioners within an integrated multi-disciplinary team, delivering evidence-based and recovery-focused care.

You will work to strengthen the adult social care pathway, collaborate with NHS partners, and support the team in delivering person-centred services. DBS check is required; permanent position with 37 hours weekly.