Social Work Team Manager – Learning Disabilities & Transitions Team

Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for an opportunity to truly transform lives? Look no further! At Global Healthcare Jobs, we understand the immense impact you can make, and we are here to support you every step of the way. As a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency we believe in the power of personal connections. We are seeking Social Work Team Managers with UK experience to join our team and embark on a fulfilling journey with us. Let’s connect and explore the incredible possibilities that lie ahead for you.

Location: Merton

Team/Specialism: Learning Disabilities & Transitions

Pay Rate: £43 per hour (assignment rate)

Contract: Locum, 3-Months

Hours: Full-time

Why work with us?

• Personalized Support: At Global Healthcare Jobs, we believe in building strong relationships. Connect with us and benefit from your own dedicated consultant with extensive experience in recruiting social work roles in both the public and private sectors. We provide tailored guidance to ensure your success.
• Exclusive Benefits: Join us and enjoy a range of exclusive benefits that enhance your professional journey. We offer a fully online and paperless registration service, free DBS and compliance service, and access to paid mandatory e-learning and practical training modules (if applicable). Additionally, we provide exclusive access to fully managed service social work projects (some outside IR35) with high rates of pay, flexible working options, support from experienced social work practitioners, accommodation assistance (if applicable), retention bonuses (if applicable), and extensive equipment provided.
• Career Development: We prioritize your growth and revalidation/registration renewal based on your length of service. We also offer a £250 refer-a-friend bonus once your referral has worked 100 hours (uncapped – T&Cs apply) and a find your own job bonus of £250 for bringing your own position to us. Access our online career’s hub for further development opportunities.
• Smooth Payroll Process: Enjoy the convenience of daily payroll and our reliable in-house payroll system. We ensure timely and hassle-free payments, so you can focus on making a difference.

Duties:

• Responsible for the operational leadership and management of the Transitions Team working with young people with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism and their carers
• Commissioning, assessment, planning and the provision of health and social care services
• Be responsible for the overall performance and service delivery of the Transitions Team
• Be responsible for chairing multi-agency meetings as required and represent the department at inter-disciplinary and strategic meetings
• Responsible for the staffing budget and operational expenditure pertaining to the team’s activity, and for the performance of the team overall

Requirements of the Team Manager:

• Degree or equivalent in social work
• Current Social Work England registration
• Prior supervisory experience is essential, in addition to having a strong safeguarding background, a detailed understanding of SEND, EHCP, and a good working knowledge of both children’s and adult’s legislation
• An advanced knowledge and understanding of current (the Children Act, Children and Families Act, Mental Capacity Act and Care Act 2014), safeguarding adults and impending legislation and statutory guidance relating to social care and health provision

Contact:

This Team Manager job is advertised by Ashley McSheen. If you are interested in this position, please click above to apply now.

We welcome applications from Social Workers who meet the above requirements.

Please note that while we regretfully can only respond to experienced Social Work candidates who meet the specified requirements for this role, we encourage you to explore our open roles that may be more suitable for you.

Reasonable Adjustments:

At Global Healthcare Jobs, we value inclusivity and diversity. If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

Transform lives and make a difference as a Social Worker with Global Healthcare Jobs. Apply now to embark on an exceptional career journey!