Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Social Care Team Manager for a busy Hospital/Intermediate Care team to provide exceptional leadership and operational oversight.
We are committed to ensure positive outcomes for residents of Sandwell by supporting and promoting individuals' well-being, rights, and independence and we are looking for a passionate manager to drive our 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.
Main duties of the job

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership, management, and professional supervision to the team
• Ensure services are compliant with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
• Lead on quality assurance, conducting audits and performance reviews to embed service improvements and best practices
• Chair complex multi-agency meetings and foster effective working relationships with external partners and agencies
• Identify training needs, coachand mentor colleagues to support their professional growth and development
• Handle complaints and concerns, resolving complex situations of high risk and ensuring appropriate safeguarding responses
• Support the Operational Head within the 7- day Hospital 2 Home Team
• Be responsible for the leadership and management of the Social Work Team, ensuring that the Discharge to Assess Processes are embedded in to practice
• Work from various locations and oversee the timely discharge of people from hospital or intermediate care settings.
• Work in partnership with the NHS and the ICB
• Have a strong customer focus

About us
We are committed to supporting our managers to achieve their aspirations and offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Membership of a defined benefit pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression, including access to our Social Work Academy/ongoing training
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support

Details
Date posted
01 December 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
55,609 to 59,027 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
F0093-SAND9095
Job locations
Freeth Street
Oldbury
B69 3DE
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Social Care Team Manager for a busy Hospital/Intermediate Care team to provide exceptional leadership and operational oversight.
We are committed to ensure positive outcomes for residents of Sandwell by supporting and promoting individuals' well-being, rights, and independence and we are looking for a passionate manager to drive our 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.
What you'll be doing

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership, management, and professional supervision to the team
• Ensure services are compliant with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
• Lead on quality assurance, conducting audits and performance reviews to embed service improvements and best practices
• Chair complex multi-agency meetings and foster effective working relationships with external partners and agencies
• Identify training needs, coachand mentor colleagues to support their professional growth and development
• Handle complaints and concerns, resolving complex situations of high risk and ensuring appropriate safeguarding responses
• Support the Operational Head within the 7- day Hospital 2 Home Team
• Be responsible for the leadership and management of the Social Work Team, ensuring that the Discharge to Assess Processes are embedded in to practice
• Work from various locations and oversee the timely discharge of people from hospital or intermediate care settings.
• Work in partnership with the NHS and the ICB
• Have a strong customer focus

What we're looking for
Essential:

• A recognised professional qualification in Social Work (e.g., Degree in Social Work) or equivalent, and current registration with [relevant professional body, e.g., Social Work England]
• Minimum 3 years post Social Work qualification practice and experience within a relevant Adult Social Care setting
• Minimum 2 years experience or involvement of managing large and complex budgets
• Proven experience in a management or leadership role within a social care setting
• Comprehensive and applied knowledge of relevant social care legislation, policiesand frameworks (e.g., Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Children Act)
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to motivate and support a team effectively
• Excellent communication, interpersonaland writing skills
• Ability to manage a demanding workload in a high-pressure environment

What we offer
We are committed to supporting our managers to achieve their aspirations and offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Membership of a defined benefit pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression, including access to our Social Work Academy/ongoing training
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support

This role requires an enhanced DBS completing.
Hours:-
37 hours per week
We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible.
If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, or have experienced a problem whilst applying for a position, please contact the Resourcing Team on 0121 569 3300 or via e-mail to:hr_resourcing@sandwell.gov.uk
For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visithttps://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Social Care Team Manager for a busy Hospital/Intermediate Care team to provide exceptional leadership and operational oversight.
We are committed to ensure positive outcomes for residents of Sandwell by supporting and promoting individuals' well-being, rights, and independence and we are looking for a passionate manager to drive our 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.
What you'll be doing

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership, management, and professional supervision to the team
• Ensure services are compliant with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
• Lead on quality assurance, conducting audits and performance reviews to embed service improvements and best practices
• Chair complex multi-agency meetings and foster effective working relationships with external partners and agencies
• Identify training needs, coachand mentor colleagues to support their professional growth and development
• Handle complaints and concerns, resolving complex situations of high risk and ensuring appropriate safeguarding responses
• Support the Operational Head within the 7- day Hospital 2 Home Team
• Be responsible for the leadership and management of the Social Work Team, ensuring that the Discharge to Assess Processes are embedded in to practice
• Work from various locations and oversee the timely discharge of people from hospital or intermediate care settings.
• Work in partnership with the NHS and the ICB
• Have a strong customer focus

What we're looking for
Essential:

• A recognised professional qualification in Social Work (e.g., Degree in Social Work) or equivalent, and current registration with [relevant professional body, e.g., Social Work England]
• Minimum 3 years post Social Work qualification practice and experience within a relevant Adult Social Care setting
• Minimum 2 years experience or involvement of managing large and complex budgets
• Proven experience in a management or leadership role within a social care setting
• Comprehensive and applied knowledge of relevant social care legislation, policiesand frameworks (e.g., Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Children Act)
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to motivate and support a team effectively
• Excellent communication, interpersonaland writing skills
• Ability to manage a demanding workload in a high-pressure environment

What we offer
We are committed to supporting our managers to achieve their aspirations and offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave allowance
• Membership of a defined benefit pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression, including access to our Social Work Academy/ongoing training
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support

This role requires an enhanced DBS completing.
Hours:-
37 hours per week
We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible.
If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, or have experienced a problem whilst applying for a position, please contact the Resourcing Team on 0121 569 3300 or via e-mail to:hr_resourcing@sandwell.gov.uk
For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visithttps://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs
Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Minimum 3 years post Social Work qualification practice and experience within a relevant Adult Social Care setting.
• Minimum 2 years experience or involvement of managing large and complex budgets.
• Demonstrate experience of working in a senior setting with leadership and supervisory responsibility.
• Experience of partnership working.
• Experience of working to improve performance.
• Experience in managing change.

Qualifications
Essential

• Social Work Qualification (DipSw, Social Work Degree or equivalent).

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Minimum 3 years post Social Work qualification practice and experience within a relevant Adult Social Care setting.
• Minimum 2 years experience or involvement of managing large and complex budgets.
• Demonstrate experience of working in a senior setting with leadership and supervisory responsibility.
• Experience of partnership working.
• Experience of working to improve performance.
• Experience in managing change.

Qualifications
Essential

• Social Work Qualification (DipSw, Social Work Degree or equivalent).

Skills Required