At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support services.
- Company: Join Sandwell Council's Adult Social Care Division, committed to promoting well-being and independence.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a strong focus on professional development.
- Other info: Embrace diversity and inclusion in a workplace where every voice matters.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while leading a dedicated team in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Social Work qualification and extensive experience in Adult Social Care required.
The predicted salary is between 55609 - 59025 £ per year.
Sandwell Council’s Adult Social Care Division is seeking a Social Care Team Manager to join its Hospital and Intermediate Care Team on a full-time, permanent basis based from its Oldbury office. The organisation is operating to a hybrid working model.
SMBC is committed to ensuring positive outcomes for residents of Sandwell by supporting and promoting individuals' well-being, rights, and independence, which requires a dedicated and passionate manager to drive this mission forward.
This is a key leadership role for an experienced manager who can provide professional support, strategic guidance, and inspire a team of dedicated social workers and practitioners to deliver high-quality, strength-based and person-centred care and support services.
- Leading, managing, developing and motivating a team to drive performance and meet key objectives.
- Lead in the project management of key developments as identified by Operational Head.
- Social Work Qualification (DipSw, Social Work Degree or equivalent) as well as being Registered with Social Work England.
- Extensive post Social Work qualification practice and experience within a relevant Adult Social Care setting.
- Experience of working to improve performance.
- Knowledge of the principles of sound financial management and budgetary processes and controls.
We are proud to be a values-led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive.
