We are St Helens Borough Council Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put children firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce. Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey. Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support. Making A Difference as A Assistant Team Manager An opportunity has arisen for a driven and innovative qualified Assistant Team Manager / Social Worker to join Integrated Health and Social Care within Contact Cares, Front Door Service. This large and busy multi-disciplinary team that continues to develop employing forward thinking innovative team members to include senior social workers, nursing and therapy professionals, qualified and unqualified health and social care staff with focus on early intervention to improve lives, promote independence and avoid hospital admissions. The team carries out assessments, care planning, and completes initial and onward referral and signposting services for a wide range of adult clients and on behalf of staff from across health and social care. The team operates from 8.00 am until 10.00 pm 7 days per week including Bank Holidays. However, this post will be on a part-time basis at 18.5 hours per week within an MDT care setting. St Helens is a strong and resilient Borough Council, which respects and values the individuality and diversity that every employee brings to the Council. We seek to create a positive and open working environment. Awarded Investors in People Gold Status Attractive salary, retention and relocation package Excellent pension scheme Car user allowance and car parking facilities This post will provide an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a diverse and interesting role and contribute to the team's exciting development. This Authority is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Social Work England Registration. Applicants must hold a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle. St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality & Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality & Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.