The Team Manager will lead and manage a team of qualified social workers and non-qualified workers, helping them to deliver high standards across the organisation. Duties include:
Duties
- To provide professional guidance and expertise in respect of adult social care practice and manage workflow and demand across the front door service.
- To support, supervise and performance manage the team and work with colleagues to deliver services for Adult Social care.
- Manage the effective commissioning of services in line with national thresholds.
- To assist the Head of Service in leading and developing the services.
- To promote and contribute to the safety and wellbeing of all people in the community.
Additional Requirements
Additional Requirements The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Costs for the DBS are covered by Rutland County Council. Please note that you will need a full driving licence to enable you to travel across the county.
Requirements
- A qualified Social Worker SWE registered.
- Forward thinker and solution focused.
- Passionate about making a difference for the Community of Rutland
- Experienced in line management and associated responsibilities including performance management.
- Confident in ability to work within legal frameworks, with an understanding of regulatory requirements.
- Effective communication skills with proven ability to build effective relationships and partnerships with agencies and partners.
- Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated and resilient, Our values - Passionate, Ambitious, Work Together, and Make a Difference - guide everything we do. We're looking for people who share these values and want to contribute to strong, supportive teams that deliver positive outcomes for our communities.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- A strong focus on health, wellbeing, and work-life balance
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Team Manager in Oakham employer: Rutland County Council
Rutland County Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and professional growth of its employees. With a strong focus on work-life balance, generous annual leave, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support, we foster a collaborative and supportive work culture. Our values of Passionate, Ambitious, Work Together, and Make a Difference guide our mission, making Rutland a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in adult social care.
