Social Worker Team Leader - Learning Disabilities Team in Coventry, West Midlands

Job Title: Social Worker Team Leader – Learning Disabilities Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Adults
Location: Coventry, UK
Salary: £35.44 per hour

Social Worker Team Leader within the Learning Disabilities Team in Coventry, earning £35.44 per hour. This exciting ongoing locum opportunity offers full-time hours and the chance to provide leadership and support within a dedicated Adult Social Care service. Working with individuals with learning disabilities, you will play a key role in ensuring high-quality service delivery, supporting staff development, and driving positive outcomes for service users across the community.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time: Enjoy the stability and consistency of a full-time leadership role within Adult Social Care.
• Hybrid Working: Benefit from a flexible working arrangement, with a minimum of two to three days per week in the office, promoting both collaboration and work-life balance.
• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £35.44 per hour, rewarding your expertise and leadership skills.
• Leadership Experience: Enhance your management and supervisory experience within a specialist Learning Disabilities Team.
• Varied Locum Experience: Bring fresh ideas and approaches to a dynamic service while broadening your professional experience.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside experienced colleagues and fellow Team Leaders in a collaborative setting.
• Meaningful Impact: Help shape and improve services that positively affect the lives of adults with learning disabilities.

What you will do:

• Lead and manage the Learning Disabilities Adult Social Care Team, providing supervision, guidance, and support to team members.
• Oversee duty allocations and ensure workloads are distributed effectively to meet service demands.
• Conduct case audits and quality assurance activities to maintain high standards of practice and compliance.
• Support caseload management, ensuring timely assessments, reviews, and interventions are completed.
• Work collaboratively with three other Team Leaders to ensure the effective day-to-day operation of the service.
• Manage and resolve complaints professionally, promoting positive outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership and professional advice on complex cases involving adults with learning disabilities.
• Support staff development through supervision, coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Contribute to strategic planning, service development, and improvement initiatives across Adult Social Care.
• Build strong relationships with partner agencies, healthcare professionals, providers, and community organisations.
• Monitor performance against service objectives and statutory responsibilities.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Significant post-qualification experience within Adult Social Care.
• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and complex support needs.
• Previous supervisory, senior practitioner, deputy manager, or management experience is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, safeguarding legislation, and relevant Adult Social Care frameworks.
• Experience undertaking quality assurance, case auditing, and performance monitoring activities.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organisational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and support teams within a fast-paced environment.

Why Coventry

Coventry offers a fantastic blend of rich history, cultural diversity, and modern development. With excellent transport links, beautiful green spaces, thriving arts and entertainment venues, and a welcoming community atmosphere, Coventry is an outstanding place to live and work. Whether you're looking to advance your career or enjoy a vibrant lifestyle, Coventry provides the perfect setting for both professional and personal growth.

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