Assistant Team Manager; Social Work - Mental Health & Disabilities Team Sanct

Assistant Team Manager (Social Work) – Disabilities and Mental Health Team

Job Title: Assistant Team Manager (Social Work) – Disabilities and Mental Health Team

Location: Wolverhampton, UK

Rate: £32.67 per hour

Contract Type: Locum (3 Months)

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00

We are delighted to offer an exciting locum opportunity for an experienced Assistant Team Manager to join the Disabilities and Mental Health Team in Wolverhampton. This full‑time role is ideal for a confident social work professional with strong leadership skills and a commitment to delivering high‑quality adult social care services.

This 3‑month assignment provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working within a supportive and forward‑thinking local authority.

• Flexibility that comes with locum work, supporting a healthy work–life balance
• Competitive hourly rate of £32.67, reflecting your experience and expertise
• Exposure to a wide range of complex and rewarding cases
• Opportunity to broaden leadership and management experience
• Inclusive and supportive working environment within Wolverhampton City Council, promoting equality and diversity

• Deliver a high‑quality, responsive social work service to adults and carers
• Provide effective managerial leadership, including supervision, appraisal, and performance management of staff
• Offer professional advice, guidance, consultation, and coaching to team members
• Manage day‑to‑day team operations, ensuring compliance with the Waiting Well Policy
• Safeguard adults with care and support needs in line with statutory duties and best practice
• Deputise for the Team Manager as required and contribute to service, policy, and practice development
• Lead, motivate, and support staff while working collaboratively with other assistant team managers
• Promote and embed strength‑based practice across the service

Wolverhampton is a vibrant and welcoming city with a rich cultural heritage, a thriving arts scene, and an abundance of green spaces. Known for its strong sense of community and excellent transport links, it offers an excellent quality of life and a diverse professional environment.