Social Work Team Leader

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Coventry seeks a dynamic Social Work Team Leader to support adults with physical and Learning Disabilities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership skills, compassion, and a commitment to diversity. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community and develop your leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with Learning Disabilities or physical disabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and motivate a team.
• Advocate for diversity and inclusion principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to support adults with physical disabilities and Learning Disabilities.
• Create a culture of respect and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to meet the needs of vulnerable people.

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Team motivation

Experience with Learning Disabilities

Job description

Overview

We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias. We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this. In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’. What is the job role? Are you creative, desire autonomy, demonstrate leadership and want to influence our next new chapter? An exciting opportunity to join Coventry City Council has arisen for a Social Work Team Leader, in Adults with physical disabilities and also in the specific area of adults with Learning Disabilities. We are looking for a dynamic, passionate and inclusive leader who values diversity and promotes a culture of respect, collaboration and continuous improvement. We would welcome those willing to contribute to creating an environment where every individual feels valued and supported. Our families and children from Coventry come from a variety of backgrounds and to deliver the best possible service it is vital that we have a workforce that represents and understands their unique experiences and perspectives. This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.

We are looking for someone who is up for the challenge, who is compassionate but confident, can work under pressure and motivate and encourage your team on this journey. Ideally, you will be able to demonstrate experience of working with people with Learning Disabilities or Adults in all settings, and if you have a particular passion for those who are on a transitions pathway from Children's service to Adults or those clients who S117 entitled or older adults and those with physical disabilities. You will be committed and passionate about practice, sharing learning and knowledge and developing others. You will have a solid understanding of and be an advocate for the principles of diversity and inclusion in relation to workplace culture and service delivery. You must be able to lead by example and be flexible and adaptable in your approach. In return we can offer you a varied and fulfilling role where you can influence and evolve, to meet the needs of our vulnerable people and to develop your leadership skills. You will be supported and work collaboratively with key stakeholders. Development and exposure, and the opportunity to leave a legacy will be paramount in this new and exciting provision.

Values

• Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
• Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
• Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
• Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
• Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
• Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do., Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things. To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities. If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package – to find out more please visit https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition