Social Care Team Manager

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council; Oldbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Social Care Team Manager for its Hospital/Intermediate Care team. This leadership role involves operational management, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting a dedicated team to provide high-quality, person-centered care. The ideal candidate should possess a relevant Social Work qualification and at least three years of experience in Adult Social Care. The position offers generous benefits and opportunities for professional development, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements available.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Defined benefit pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• A recognised professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with the relevant professional body.
• Minimum 3 years post qualification experience in Adult Social Care.
• Proven management experience, handling complex budgets in a social care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership and professional supervision.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Lead on quality assurance and service improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Social Work Qualification (Degree or equivalent)

Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Social Care Team Manager for a busy Hospital/Intermediate Care team to provide exceptional leadership and operational oversight.

We are committed to ensuring positive outcomes for residents of Sandwell by supporting and promoting individuals' well‑being, rights, and independence, and we are looking for a passionate manager to drive our mission forward.

This is a key leadership role for an experienced manager who can provide professional support, strategic guidance and inspire a team of dedicated social workers and practitioners to deliver high‑quality, strength‑based and person‑centred care and support services.

Main duties of the job

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership, management, and professional supervision to the team
• Ensure services are compliant with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
• Lead on quality assurance, conducting audits and performance reviews to embed service improvements and best practices
• Chair complex multi‑agency meetings and foster effective working relationships with external partners and agencies
• Identify training needs, coach and mentor colleagues to support their professional growth and development
• Handle complaints and concerns, resolving complex situations of high risk and ensuring appropriate safeguarding responses
• Support the Operational Head within the 7‑day Hospital 2 Home Team
• Be responsible for the leadership and management of the Social Work Team, ensuring that the Discharge to Assess Processes are embedded into practice
• Work from various locations and oversee the timely discharge of people from hospital or intermediate care settings
• Work in partnership with the NHS and the ICB
• Have a strong customer focus

About us

We are committed to supporting our managers to achieve their aspirations and offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Membership of a defined benefit pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression, including access to our Social Work Academy/ongoing training
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support

What we’re looking for

• A recognised professional qualification in Social Work (e.g., Degree in Social Work) or equivalent, and current registration with the relevant professional body
• Minimum 3 years post Social Work qualification practice and experience within a relevant Adult Social Care setting
• Minimum 2 years experience or involvement of managing large and complex budgets
• Proven experience in a management or leadership role within a social care setting
• Comprehensive and applied knowledge of relevant social care legislation, policies and frameworks (e.g., Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Children Act)
• Strong leadership, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to motivate and support a team effectively
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and writing skills
• Ability to manage a demanding workload in a high‑pressure environment

What we offer

We are committed to supporting our managers to achieve their aspirations and offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Membership of a defined benefit pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression, including access to our Social Work Academy/ongoing training
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support

This role requires an enhanced DBS completing.

Hours:

37 hours per week

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible.

If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, or have experienced a problem whilst applying for a position, please contact the Resourcing Team on 0121 569 3300 or via e‑mail to: [e-mail]

For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs

Person Specification

Experience

• Minimum 3 years post Social Work qualification practice and experience within a relevant Adult Social Care setting.
• Minimum 2 years experience or involvement of managing large and complex budgets.
• Demonstrate experience of working in a senior setting with leadership and supervisory responsibility.
• Experience of partnership working.
• Experience of working to improve performance.
• Experience in managing change.

Qualifications

• Social Work Qualification (DipSw, Social Work Degree or equivalent).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.