At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to improve the lives of vulnerable adults and promote independent living.
- Company: Join Knowsley Council, an award-winning Local Authority committed to fair employment.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working hours, competitive salary, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while advancing your career in social care.
- Qualifications: Qualified social worker with leadership experience in adult social work.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 Β£ per year.
Are you passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable adults and enabling them to live independently for as long as possible? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Team Manager to join our Adult Social Care management Team. You will lead and drive continuous improvement across the service, with the health and welfare of Knowsley Residents at the heart of every innovation.
Knowsley Council Adult Social Care have recently been rated as 'Good' by CQC during our latest inspection and require a leader to contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the standard set. As a qualified social worker and experienced manager, you will have a strong background in statutory Adult Social Work and significant experience of leadership and management within adult social work.
We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief, or identity, recognizing the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.
At Knowsley Council, we will consider requests for flexible working. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible:
- Flexible hours
- Working from home
- Compressed hours
- Part-time
There is a requirement for you to attend your work base at least 2 days per week. Please note sponsorship is not available for this role.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants. At Knowsley, we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:
- Patrick Frost - Patrick.Frost@knowsley.gov.uk
- Tracy Shone - Tracy.Shone@knowsley.gov.uk
Team Manager - Adult Social Care in Knowsley employer: Knowsley Council
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