3-4 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

To support the Team Manager in leading and managing the Sutton Locality Team, ensuring high-quality service delivery aligned with performance standards and safeguarding responsibilities. The Assistant Team Manager will provide supervision, oversight, and leadership in complex casework, policy development, and reflective practice, while promoting early help and preventative approaches.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Support the Team Manager in supervising staff and managing caseloads across the team
Maintain management oversight of service delivery, ensuring alignment with key performance indicators
Lead on the development and implementation of specific policies and procedures
Coordinate the team’s work to ensure effective service delivery and collaboration
Promote early help and prevention strategies, ensuring robust assessments and timely reviews
Facilitate reflective practice sessions and contribute to performance management

Essential Experience Required

Essential Qualification Required

Additional Information

Working hours: 36 hours per week
Enhanced DBS clearance
Ability to travel within the borough and hold a valid UK driving licence (if applicable)
The role closes on 4th Sept 2025, apply ASAP.

Requirements

Adults Social Care Assistant Team Manager