Social Work Team Manager, Fort William - 452258

Highland Council; Fort William; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Fort William is seeking an experienced Team Lead to oversee the Lochaber Social Work Team. This role includes providing leadership, managing adult social care services, and ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities. The ideal candidate must hold a relevant Social Work degree, be registered with the SSSC, and have qualifications in Adult Protection and Mental Health. A full UK driving license is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant Social Work qualification at degree level or equivalent and registered with the SSSC.
• Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience preferred.
• Hold qualification in post qualifying practice including Adult Protection and Mental Health Officer.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and operational oversight to the Lochaber Social Work Team.
• Deliver high-quality adult social care services.
• Ensure best practice in line with statutory responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Communication

Education

Relevant Social Work qualification at degree level

Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience

Qualification in post qualifying practice

Job description

Are you a passionate and experienced social work professional ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a dedicated Team Lead to join our dynamic Lochaber Social Work Team, based in the heart of Fort William.

As Team Lead, you will provide leadership and operational oversight to a committed team delivering high-quality adult social care services across Lochaber. You’ll play a key role in service development, staff supervision, and ensuring best practice in line with statutory responsibilities and local priorities.

Qualifications

• The post holder must hold a relevant Social Work qualification at degree level or equivalent and be registered with the SSSC as a Social Worker.
• Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience.
• Hold qualification in post qualifying practice including Adult Protection, Mental Health Officer and Practice Education or equivalent experience. Proven leadership, decision‑making, and communication skills
• A full UK driving licence (essential for travel across the Lochaber area)
• A commitment to person‑centred, strengths‑based practice

This post will be based at Fort William Health Centre, with requirement to work across the Lochaber region as needed.

Informal enquiries to: Catriona Grant, Principal Lead for Social Work, email: [e-mail]