Social Work Team Manager - DoLS Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Stretford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading social care agency is looking for a Team Manager to lead the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team in Trafford. This locum position is ideal for experienced social care professionals who want to ensure adults' rights are protected under the Mental Capacity Act while overseeing team performance and assessments. The role offers £40 per hour, emphasizing leadership and specialist practice.

Qualifications

• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Substantial experience in adult safeguarding and DoLS practice.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to supervise staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision to the DoLS Team in Trafford.
• Oversee DoLS assessments and multi-agency collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding duties and Mental Capacity Act principles.

Skills

Leadership

Adult safeguarding

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Qualified Social Worker (degree, diploma, or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Team Manager to lead the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Team in Trafford. This locum role is ideal for experienced social care professionals who want to take on a leadership position while ensuring adults' rights are protected under the Mental Capacity Act.

At £40 per hour, this opportunity offers a blend of managerial responsibility and specialist practice in a high-profile safeguarding environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision to the DoLS Team in Trafford.
• Oversee DoLS assessments, complex cases, and multi-agency collaboration.
• Maintain professional standards and governance across the team.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding duties and Mental Capacity Act principles.
• Support recruitment, performance management, and development of team members.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker (degree, diploma, or equivalent).
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Substantial experience in adult safeguarding and DoLS practice.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to supervise staff effectively.
• Prepared to complete standard compliance checks (full support provided).

Why join Trafford's DoLS Team?

This role combines leadership with specialist practice, upholding the rights and welfare of adults in the community.

• Leadership impact - Oversee team performance, provide guidance, and maintain professional standards.
• Specialist practice - Manage DoLS assessments, complex cases, and multi-agency collaboration.
• Professional development - Enhance expertise in safeguarding and adult social care leadership.

Apply

If you're a Social Worker ready for a locum management role in Trafford's DoLS Team, we'd love to hear from you.