Assistant Team Manager – Mental Health Team (Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council) (GM Collaboration)
Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester. Job Type: Permanent, Full‑time. Salary: £46,142 – £50,269 per annum (SCP 35‑39). Working Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Hybrid Working: Up to one day per week working from home (subject to service needs).
About the Role
Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council for an experienced and motivated Assistant Team Manager to join their Mental Health Team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Social Worker with substantial experience in mental health services to take the next step in their management career. Working alongside the Service Unit Manager and Team Manager, you will play a key role in leading and developing a high‑performing team, ensuring the delivery of effective, person‑centred social care services.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Service Unit Manager and Team Manager in the organisation, management and supervision of social care services.
- Assist in the leadership and operational management of the Mental Health Team.
- Ensure services are delivered in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations, guidance, standards and local procedures.
- Contribute to strategic planning, service development and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitor performance and implement improvements based on service user feedback, stakeholder input and performance data.
- Support staff development through supervision, mentoring and practice guidance.
- Promote effective resource management and high‑quality service delivery.
- Foster positive working relationships across partner agencies and stakeholders.
Essential Requirements
Qualifications
- Level 6 Social Work Degree (or equivalent recognised Social Work qualification).
- Social Work England registration.
Experience
- Substantial experience within adult mental health social care services.
- Significant knowledge and experience of mental health legislation and practice, Care Act responsibilities, funding processes and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).
- Experience of staff supervision and/or practice supervision.
- Experience working within multi‑disciplinary environments.
Knowledge & Skills
- Understanding of legislation and statutory requirements relevant to adult social care and mental health services.
- Knowledge of management and HR procedures.
- Experience of risk assessment and health & safety practices.
- Commitment to anti‑discriminatory and inclusive practice.
- Strong ICT skills and ability to manage information effectively.
- Ability to respond constructively to performance issues and support staff development.
- Excellent communication, leadership and relationship‑building skills.
AMHP Development Opportunities
Qualified and warranted AMHPs will receive an additional £82 per AMHP shift worked, with an average of 25‑30 shifts per year. Candidates who are not currently AMHP qualified will be supported and encouraged to undertake AMHP training following a period in post.
Working Pattern
- Monday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
- Tuesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
- Wednesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
- Thursday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
- Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm
- Occasional Saturday working may be required.
Benefits
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Regular management and professional supervision
- Peer supervision opportunities
- Joint training sessions with Pennine Care Mental Health Services
- Dedicated AMHP supervision and peer support
- Access to AMHP conferences and professional development opportunities
- Generous annual leave entitlement – up to 28 days (under 5 years of service) and up to 31 days (after 10 years of service)
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Comprehensive employee benefits and reward package
Contact Details:
Service Care Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
