Team Manager

Isle of Wight Council; Thorley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority council in the United Kingdom is seeking an Integrated Team Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary team in providing high-quality adult social care. The role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and person-centred approaches to empower individuals. Candidates must hold a Social Work qualification, have leadership experience, and knowledge of adult social care legislation. This full-time position focuses on ensuring timely and effective support for those in need.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leadership and team management.
• Confidence in decision-making and service improvement.
• Understanding of how data supports teams and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of high-quality social care assessments.
• Champion person-centred and strengths-based approaches.
• Encourage client independence and improve service efficiency.

Skills

Social Work qualification

Experience chairing meetings

Expertise in person-centred approaches

Strong knowledge of adult social care legislation

Leadership and teamwork

Collaboration with partner agencies

Education

Hold a Social Work qualification and be SWE registered

Accredited Practice Educator or AMHP

Job description

Overview

37 hours per week. Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can lead a team, drive positive change, and make a real difference? Are you a dedicated Senior Social Worker with a passion for empowering individuals and promoting independence? If you have experience of managing a team—or are a social work manager looking for a fresh challenge—we want to hear from you!

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Integrated Team Manager to join our Isle of Wight Integrated Locality Team in a full-time position.

As our Localities Team Manager, you will oversee the Locality Multi-Disciplinary Teams, ensuring that those in need of adult social care receive safe, timely, and person-centred support. This role is all about leadership, collaboration, and innovation in service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of high-quality social care assessments and practice in line with the Care Act.
• Championing a person-centred, strengths-based approach, placing individuals at the heart of every decision.
• Encouraging independence to minimize the need for formal care whenever possible.
• Continuously improving service efficiency through collaboration with key stakeholders.

Qualifications and Skills

• Hold a Social Work qualification and be SWE registered
• Be an accredited Practice Educator or AMHP
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Have experience chairing meetings
• Demonstrate expertise in person-centred and strengths-based approaches
• Possess strong knowledge of adult social care legislation and safeguarding
• Be confident in decision-making and service improvement
• Understand how data supports teams and service delivery
• Lead with passion and drive, promoting strengths-based care
• Have proven experience leading and working within a team
• Collaborate effectively with partner agencies
• Be prepared to take part in the Out of Hours Stand-by Duty Rota as required

We take pride in delivering outstanding care and support to our community. We are committed to strong leadership, work-life balance, quality management, and reflective supervision—ensuring that our professionals thrive in a fulfilling and enriching environment.

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If you\'re someone who shares our commitment to helping people live their best lives, has confidence in your practice, and wants to lead an exceptional team—apply now.