Team Manager

Overview

The new Community Enablement Team is part of our approach to Adult Social Care and a component of our Pathway to Independence Service alongside our Community Reablement and Prevention and Early Intervention teams. Enablement is a therapy‑led team focusing on younger adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs or who are neurodivergent, supporting them through a programme of enablement to maximise independence and achieve individual outcomes.

Responsibilities

As Team Manager you will lead and manage a team of Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants and Enablement Officers who provide short term support to people in their own homes. You will ensure the Service is delivered in line with best practice, relevant legislation and national and local policy, and that the outcomes and wellbeing of people accessing the Service are maximised. You will work closely with other professionals and agencies to co‑ordinate the Enablement Service with other elements of the wider system and promote a culture of person centredness, empowerment, independence and choice.

Requirements / Qualifications

• A relevant professional qualification and registration with the appropriate regulatory body.
• Significant experience of working with younger adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs or who are neurodivergent.
• Proven experience of managing, supervising and developing staff.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of enablement, strengths based assessment, personalisation and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise and manage conflicting demand.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. This post is covered by the Government\’s Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Benefits and Working Arrangements

• A competitive salary and generous annual leave.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities.
• Hybrid working arrangements and Flexible Working / Flexi Time Policies to support you in meeting the needs of the business and maintaining a good work/life balance.
• Reimbursement of HCPC or Social Work England registration fees.

Walsall Council is committed to creating and upholding an inclusive environment where every person feels empowered, valued and respected. We strongly encourage applications from individuals across diverse backgrounds, and we work to treat all applicants fairly and without discrimination. We actively promote diversity and equality, ensuring that our services and opportunities are accessible to all members of our community. We recognise that achieving true inclusivity is an ongoing journey; together, we strive to create a welcoming workplace that celebrates differences and empowers everyone to thrive.