Social Work Team Manager (Integrated Neighbourhood Team )

Making Manchester Sa; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Social Work Team Manager to lead integrated neighbourhood teams in Manchester. This role involves managing social care activities, ensuring compliance with legislation, and fostering a collaborative environment among diverse teams. The successful candidate will be passionate about community service and possess strong leadership skills, making a significant impact on the lives of residents. With a commitment to inclusivity and support, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to meaningful change in a vibrant city.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Local government pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Access to discounts

Learning and development opportunities

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with registration in Social Work England.
• Experience in managing social care teams and reflective discussions.

Responsibilities

• Manage social care activities within integrated neighbourhood teams.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and council regulations.

Skills

Social Work Qualification

Leadership Skills

Experience with Adults

Driving Licence

Knowledge of Legislation

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Social Work Team Manager (Integrated Neighbourhood Team )

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Working Hours: 2 x 35 Hours Per Week

Contract Type: 1 x Permanent Full-Time and 1 x Temporary 6 Months Full Time

Additional Payments: Essential Car User Allowance

Closing Date: 15 May 2025

This Role Is Subject To

Qualification - Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England

Medical Clearance - Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)

Essential Car Documentation - This post is a designated Essential Car User. Therefore, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance.

Driving Licence - The successful candidate should hold a full clean driving licence as you will be required to drive a vehicle adhering to council regulations.

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified social worker to manage social care activity within integrated neighbourhood teams in Central Manchester Locality. The positions being advertised is for a permanent Social Work Team Manager for Ardwick and Longsight Integrated Neighbourhood Team and a 6- month temporary Social Work Team Manager for Moss Side, Rusholme and Hulme Integrated Neighbourhood Team.

We adopt a neighbourhood approach to care as we understand that people require care as close to home as possible. This means that social care teams are based within neighbourhoods and are co- located and integrated with health services, including district nursing. Being co-located means care can be planned and delivered in a seamless way in their local community with teams taking a joint approach around individuals.

Each INT serves a population of between 30,000-50,000 people - so typically works across two to four council ward areas. It has a leadership team made up of a neighbourhood lead, social care lead, nurse lead, health development coordinator and GP lead (usually a GP from a local practice).

Teams also work with other partners in their neighbourhood - from Manchester City Council’s neighbourhood teams, local housing associations, police, mental health services and voluntary organisations. They focus their work around the needs of the individual and consider all the other aspects that might impact on health and well- being.

In Central Integrated Neighbourhood Teams, we are passionate about supporting one another and delivering excellent services to our residents. We are looking forward to welcoming new team managers who share these passions and who value diversity and integration.

It is desirable for you to have some experience of supervision of staff/ students. This includes ability to lead reflective discussions, identify areas for improvement and support staff and team development. You should be someone with significant experience of working with adults with a range of needs in a strengths based way.

You should have a positive approach to partnership working and experience of this achieving positive outcomes for citizens and communities. You should be used to working in a fast paced and pressurised social care setting and be able to manage in this environment. This includes managing competing priorities, achieving practice excellence and sustaining positive team morale.

The role requires organisation skills, resilience, autonomy and accountability. Successful candidates will possess in depth knowledge and application of relevant legislation and commitment to Our Manchester Behaviours

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester Is Our Vision For a Fairer, Greener, And Healthier City - a Vision Shaped By The People Of Manchester. It Guides Everything We Do At The Council And Is Brought To Life Through The Our Manchester Behaviours

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester
  
  

Benefits We Offer

• Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.
  
  

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.
  
  

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

Requirements

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term condition
  
  

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, Offering

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.
  
  

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [e-mail].

What we will need from you if you’re successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement ofemployment.This is not arole we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks

Required

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
• References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
• Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence.
  
  

These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.

Other Relevant Information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

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