Team Manager 8328

Norfolk County Council; Norwich; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in the UK seeks an experienced Team Manager for a permanent position in Norwich. This role focuses on supporting young people with disabilities and mental health needs during their transition into adulthood, requiring a background in social work and excellent management skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Employee discounts

Relocation expenses

Pension scheme

CPD and training days

Qualifications

• Significant experience in social work, particularly with complex needs.
• Understanding of legislative requirements such as Care Act 2014.
• Experience with young people and their families.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team supporting young people's transition to adulthood.
• Ensure compliance with Care Act 2014 and associated legislation.
• Work in partnership with families and professionals.

Skills

Knowledge of strength-based assessment

Care management procedures

Management and supervision skills

Person-centred approach

Education

Professional qualification in social work

Job description

Job Description

Team Manager 8328 | Permanent contract | £25.19 to £27.26 per hour (Scale L) | 37 or 18.5 hours per week | County Hall, Norwich

We offer a £2000 welcome payment for qualified and experienced Social Workers/Occupational Therapists (grade J and above), Practice Consultants, and Team Managers new to Norfolk County Council. The amount is to be repaid in full should they leave within two years of employment.

This is a job share role. Hours can be discussed with the successful candidate. The scheduled start is around November 2025, but there may be some flexibility on the start date.

Who Cares? We do.

Norfolk County Council has a shared vision: "To enable young people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, including mental ill health or autism, to live the lives they want by having the same access as their peers to opportunities for employment, housing, community inclusion, and good health." To achieve this, Adult Social Services and Children's Services have developed the Preparing for Adult Life Service, Norfolk’s transition into Adult Social Care for young people.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Team Manager with considerable social work experience, including working with complex needs and risks related to mental health or disabilities. You will have a professional qualification in social work and demonstrate knowledge of strength-based assessment, care management procedures, and management/supervision skills.

You will have experience working with young people and their families, with an understanding of legislative requirements, especially supporting a team to meet Care Act 2014 responsibilities, as well as legislation such as the Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act. You should be committed to working in partnership with families and professionals involved in supporting young people in their transition to adult life.

If you are dedicated to a person-centred approach and possess the skills to work as part of a team ensuring a smooth transition into Adult Social Care, we would like to hear from you.

What We Offer

At Norfolk County Council, we prioritize our employees’ learning and development, offering protected half-days per month for CPD and training. We promote a healthy work-life balance, flexible working, and provide first-class technology for remote collaboration, requiring good broadband connectivity.

We operate a talent pool scheme for candidates not successful this time, allowing consideration for up to 3 months for similar roles.

Norwich, the county capital, offers rich heritage, modern amenities, excellent transport links, and a vibrant cultural scene. It’s an ideal place to live and work.

Your application

Please include a statement demonstrating how you meet the person specification and job description. CVs without a supporting statement will not be accepted. You must be registered with Social Work England or HCPC.

For discussion, contact Roger Allen, PFAL and Employment Service Manager, at 01603 679228.

Benefits include competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, health and wellbeing services, flexible working options, employee discounts, relocation expenses, pension scheme, and more.

We recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification before applying. Existing Norfolk County Council employees can apply via myOracle.

Note: Priority consideration may be given to current employees at risk of redundancy or in redeployment.

Closing dates: redeployment - 11 June 2025, all other applicants - 19 June 2025.

About Us

Norfolk offers beautiful coastlines, the Broads, thriving towns, and a rich cultural heritage. We are an innovative, growing economy and a great place to live, work, and visit. We serve over 850,000 residents, working with local partners to deliver high-quality services.