Assistant Team Manager(social Work) - Mental Health & Disabilities Team in Wolverhampton, West Midlands

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Job Title: Assistant Team Manager (Social Work) – Disabilities and Mental Health Team
Location: Wolverhampton, UK
Rate: £32.67 per hour
Contract Type: Locum (3 Months)
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00

Job Overview
We are delighted to offer an exciting locum opportunity for an experienced Assistant Team Manager to join the Disabilities and Mental Health Team in Wolverhampton. This full-time role is ideal for a confident social work professional with strong leadership skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality adult social care services.

This 3-month assignment provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexibility that comes with locum work, supporting a healthy work–life balance

• Competitive hourly rate of £32.67, reflecting your experience and expertise

• Exposure to a wide range of complex and rewarding cases

• Opportunity to broaden leadership and management experience

• Inclusive and supportive working environment within Wolverhampton City Council, promoting equality and diversity

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality, responsive social work service to adults and carers

• Provide effective managerial leadership, including supervision, appraisal, and performance management of staff

• Offer professional advice, guidance, consultation, and coaching to team members

• Manage day-to-day team operations, ensuring compliance with the Waiting Well Policy

• Safeguard adults with care and support needs in line with statutory duties and best practice

• Deputise for the Team Manager as required and contribute to service, policy, and practice development

• Lead, motivate, and support staff while working collaboratively with other assistant team managers

• Promote and embed strength-based practice across the service

Why Wolverhampton?
Wolverhampton is a vibrant and welcoming city with a rich cultural heritage, a thriving arts scene, and an abundance of green spaces. Known for its strong sense of community and excellent transport links, it offers an excellent quality of life and a diverse professional environment.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel
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