Social Care Team Lead — Flexible Hours & 40 Days Leave

LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES & LB WANDSWORTH; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization located in Greater London is seeking an experienced Assistant Service Manager to join their Wandsworth Locality Social Work teams. The successful candidate will facilitate service user choice, assist in budget management, and provide leadership. Passion for improving residents' lives, coupled with a strong understanding of safeguarding adults, is essential. This full-time position offers a salary within £48,873 - £59,220, alongside generous benefits including 40 days annual leave and a pension plan.

Benefits

40 days annual leave including Bank Holidays

Flexible working

Generous pension plan

Qualifications

• Must have experience in social work management.
• Ability to promote independence and community connections.
• Experience in assessing and managing safeguarding concerns.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate service user choice and promote independence.
• Assist with budget management and ensure compliance.
• Provide operational leadership to staff for high-quality services.

Skills

Positive attitude

Knowledge of legislation and frameworks

Ability to make rapid judgments

Collaboration and partnership working

Job description

A local government organization located in Greater London is seeking an experienced Assistant Service Manager to join their Wandsworth Locality Social Work teams. The successful candidate will facilitate service user choice, assist in budget management, and provide leadership. Passion for improving residents' lives, coupled with a strong understanding of safeguarding adults, is essential. This full-time position offers a salary within £48,873 - £59,220, alongside generous benefits including 40 days annual leave and a pension plan.