Team Manager - Adult Learning Disability and Autism Service

London Borough Of Bromley; Manor Park; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Professional development

Supervision & management support

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Bromley Council is seeking an experienced Team Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team within the Adult Learning Disability and Autism Service. The role focuses on delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and community living, with supervision of social workers and care staff.

You will drive high-quality practice, manage safeguarding and complex casework, and work in a hybrid, flexible setting with opportunities for professional development and service improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Significant post-qualification experience with adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Management or supervisory experience within adult social care.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Sound understanding of safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act, DoLS and Care Act legislation.
• Committed to strengths-based, person-centred practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership to a multidisciplinary team delivering Care Act assessments, reviews and support planning.
• Drive excellent practice and ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and associated legislation.
• Oversee complex casework, risk management, safeguarding and transitions into adult services.
• Support and develop staff through regular supervision, coaching and performance management.
• Work collaboratively with health colleagues, providers, housing services, advocacy organisations and family carers.
• Manage resources effectively while ensuring individuals achieve positive outcomes.
• Contribute to service development, transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Staff supervision

Communication

Education

Registered Social Worker (Social Work England)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Team Manager to join Bromley's Adult Learning Disability and Autism Service. We are looking for a dynamic leader who is passionate about supporting adults with learning disabilities and autistic people to live fulfilling, independent lives within their communities.

As Team Manager, you will provide operational leadership to a team of Senior Social Workers, Social Workers, Social Care Practitioners and support staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred services that promote wellbeing, independence, choice and control.

About the Role

You will:

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team delivering Care Act assessments, reviews, safeguarding enquiries and support planning.
• Drive excellent practice and ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and associated legislation.
• Oversee complex casework, risk management, safeguarding and transitions into adult services.
• Support and develop staff through regular supervision, coaching and performance management.
• Work collaboratively with health colleagues, providers, housing services, advocacy organisations and family carers.
• Manage resources effectively while ensuring individuals achieve positive outcomes.
• Contribute to service development, transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Has significant post-qualification experience working with adults with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Has management or supervisory experience within adult social care.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Has a sound understanding of safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and Care Act legislation.
• Is committed to strengths-based, person-centred practice.
• Can build positive relationships with individuals, families, providers and partner agencies.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Regular professional development and training opportunities.
• Comprehensive supervision and management support.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Employee wellbeing support programme.

Why Bromley?

Bromley is committed to delivering innovative, outcome-focused services that place residents at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on promoting a culture of collaboration, continuous learning and professional excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate leader who wants to shape practice, support staff development and make a meaningful difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autistic people.

We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about excellent social work practice and who share our commitment to empowering people to lead fulfilling and independent lives.

Closing Date: 23:59 on 1st November 2026

Interviews: Shortly after the closing date

For an informal discussion, please contact: Phyllis Arhin at

Applications will be assessed based on the criteria set out in the Job Description and Person Specification, which can be found here .

We are forces family friendly and are part of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (Gold Award). We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

We are committed to achieving equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and as a disability confident committed employer we encourage applications from people with disabilities.

As part of this commitment, we will consider reasonable adjustment to support disability employment.

We offer a generous package including competitive pay, career average pension scheme, flexible working practices and the Bromley employee benefits scheme; Cycle2Work, Salary Sacrifice Lease Car, Technology Scheme, GymFlex and a wide range of local and national discounts.

Please note that we do not accept CV submissions from permanent recruitment agencies. If you are a candidate and would like to contact the Recruitment Team regarding the application process, please email