At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in supporting individuals with mental health and autism needs.
- Company: Join Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council, a community-focused organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a dynamic team with a focus on community-led support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health or social care and strong leadership abilities.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Our client Stockport metropolitan borough council is looking for an Assistant Team Manager to join their Mental health and autism team.
Main Purpose of the Job
Have their practice recognised as exemplary and provide leadership and professional wisdom to their colleagues and other professionals for work in situations of high complexity, where a concern has been raised about an adult at risk of abuse. To work directly with people who use services, and those who care for them, as well as families and communities and providers to ensure safe practice and protection from abuse. To lead on and continue to develop and embed community led support (CLS); ensuring people have the right support in the area they require it. Producing high quality assessments, accurately assessing and managing the highest level of risk and complexity.
Key Responsibilities
- To provide leadership at the appropriate level and provide day to day direction and practice supervision, ASYE support and feedback as well as to other team members.
- To undertake appropriate line management responsibility, manage sickness absence and other HR related duties.
- To demonstrate a highly developed level of professional practice ability, detailed knowledge and skill and competence at advanced practitioner level as per PCF.
- To take responsibility for and support others with a complex caseload, managing conflict and risk whilst exercising professional autonomy, curiosity and judgement.
Assistant Team Manager - Mental health and autism employer: Remedy Social Work
Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both employees and the community. With a strong focus on professional development, employees in the Mental Health and Autism team benefit from ongoing training and mentorship, ensuring they are equipped to handle complex cases with confidence. The council's commitment to community-led support fosters a rewarding environment where staff can make a meaningful impact in the lives of those they serve.
