Job Title: ASW Asst Team Manager/Practice Manager

2-3 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

To be responsible, with the Team Manager, for the provision of a comprehensive and effective inter-professional service in accordance with current legislation, council policy and best practice. To manage and supervise a cohort of staff, including assistant practitioners and social workers. This will include setting objectives, performance management and appraisals. To support the Team Manager to prioritise, manage caseloads and work demands. This will be through the provision of management, professional expertise, skills and advice to ensure high-quality services within Adult Social Care.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Responsible for the provision of a comprehensive and effective social work service in accordance with current legislation, council policy, and best practice.
Manage, supervise, and offer professional supervision to a cohort of qualified and other qualified staff in the team and across the department.
Provide professional guidance and support in complex assessment and case management functions delivering high-quality, responsive, and customer-focused services.
Manage the most complex cases, develop appropriate packages of care, and oversee cases subject to regular monitoring and review.

Essential Experience Required

Experience of working with service users with mental health needs using strengths-based and person-centered models that promote independence.
Experience of managing staff and complex situations, using clear judgment to advise others to do the same.
Experience of assessing and reviewing needs and developing support plans under the Care Act 2014.

Essential Qualification Required

Professional qualification in Social Work (Diploma in Social Work, BA/BSc/MA in Social Work, CQSW as required by Social Work England is essential.
Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) or willingness to train.

Additional Information

Working hours: 36 hours per week
Enhanced DBS & barred list check (Adult) is required.
This role will be based at the Adult Social Care Castlemead office in Camberwell and may need to travel to other Council buildings and across the borough as required for business purposes.
The role closes on 30th Aug 2025, apply ASAP.

Requirements:

Practice Manager