An exciting opportunity has arisen and Devon County Council are currently seeking a dynamic and compassionate Team Manager to lead our dedicated team in delivering high-quality services to individuals in Newton Abbot.
About us
Newton Abbot are part of the wider South Devon patch who neighbour and border with Coastal and Moor to Sea Health and Social Care Teams. We are comprised of a team of colleagues from a range of professional backgrounds including Social Work, Occupational Therapy and non-professionally qualified staff. We have a diverse demographic and the team supports work with adults of working age with a physical and/or learning disability including transition to adulthood, older persons with physical disabilities and/or mental health, including dementia, and carers.
One of the huge benefits of working in Newton Abbot are the well established team of committed self starting practitioners. They have a strong work ethic and positively work to champion the rights of the individuals we work with. They are a highly competent team who manage challenge on a daily basis and exhibit strengths-based practice every day. We have a strong team spirit and are committed to working collaboratively with our health colleagues.
We are passionate about supporting our colleagues to progress their professional and career development.
Team Manager
As a Team Manager, you will be responsible for providing leadership and direction to our team of experienced social workers, occupational therapists, and social care assessors. The role will require you to manage a team of practitioners who undertake varied caseloads which include care and support needs assessments, moving and handling assessments, mental capacity assessments, management of risk, safeguarding enquiries and court work. You will supervise practitioners and support them to promote independence and apply an asset-based approach which seeks to optimise opportunities for people to reduce and delay their need for formal care and support. You will have experience in safeguarding adults as the Team Manager will lead safeguarding enquiries in accordance with organisational policy and guidance.
You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our clients receive the support they need to thrive, while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others and contribute to the success of Newton Abbot and Devon County Council as an organisation.
In return, you will join an excellent team and receive high levels of support from your Community service manager, co-team manager, and Advanced Social Worker, as well as the wider leadership team in Newton Abbot; Community Nursing, and Intermediate Care Operational leads, and Clinical Leads.
Devon County Council has a flexible working policy. Currently a combination of office based and home working arrangements are in place, in line with Devon County Council guidance. You will need to be able to drive and have access to transport.
About You
You must be a registered Social Worker, Occupational Therapist or Nurse with experience working in Adult Social Care.
You will have some leadership experience in supervising or managing others. You will have knowledge of working to the Care Act and familiarity with the Mental Health Act (or a willingness to learn). Experience of court work is an advantage.
What we can offer you
* We are committed to your continuous professional development, doing all we can to help you to get the most from your career. You will receive excellent support and supervision, with regular opportunities to discuss and reflect on your practice, both with your line manager and peers.
* We offer 26 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, rising incrementally to 31 days after 5 years’ service.
* Flexible working opportunities are available, these include part-time hours, flexitime, compressed working hours and homeworking (this is subject to the needs of the role – please discuss at further at interview).
* Offer an opportunity to enter a generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
* As a place to live and work, Devon is hard to beat with top-performing schools, universities, vibrant cities, pretty villages and some of the most scenic coast and countryside in the UK. Living and working in Devon as a Team Manager has never been more attractive.
* If you are currently living, working or studying in the UK and are looking to relocate to Devon, subject to qualifying conditions and in exceptional circumstances, relocation support of up to £10,000, may be available. Visa sponsorship may also be offered as part of the relocation support package, terms and conditions apply. Please note: At this time, we are unable to consider overseas applications.
If you wish to discuss this role in more detail, and/or visit Sherbourne House, please contact Natalie Keens on 07968 226419, natalie.keens@nhs.net
Interviews are due to be held on Friday 7th February 2025.
Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
Does the job role include personal care?: No
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* DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
* Happy to Talk Flexible Working-The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
* We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
* This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
* Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
* For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
* This role requires a DBS disclosure.
* This role requires registration with one of the following bodies: Social Work England (SWE), Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
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