Assistant Team Manager - EDT

Responsibilities

• Provide management oversight for out-of-hours urgent social work services, safeguarding the liberty, well-being, and safety of children, families, and adults needing urgent support.
• Assist the Team Manager with operational management, ensuring high standards of service and collaborative working with other professionals.
• Work on a rota system, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, providing direct support alongside the team.
• Undertake the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) role as part of your duties.
• Maintain accurate records, ensure timely handovers, and promote consistent good practice across the service.
• Collaborate with professionals and agencies to deliver safe emergency responses and effective decision-making.
• Join up with colleagues across Children's Services, Adult Services, and other Council teams to ensure high-quality assessments and interventions.
• Identify and organise resources creatively to meet urgent needs and ensure welfare until the next working day.
• Provide supervision for a specified group of staff and actively participate in your own supervision and service meetings.
• Support professional development within the team, including mentoring, induction, and involvement in audits and dip sampling.
• Work agilely and independently, including lone working, using technology securely and confidentially.
• Produce clear, concise written reports and handover documents, offering guidance and management oversight during shifts.

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration and post-qualifying experience.
• Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) qualification.
• Strong knowledge of children's and adult legislation, safeguarding procedures, and risk assessment. (Children:
  Childcare legislation, Children Act, child protection procedures, safeguarding, child development, multi-agency responsibilities. Adults: Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act, Care Act, safeguarding adults procedures, risk assessment.)
• Proven ability to manage risk, prioritise competing demands, and work autonomously under pressure.
• Experience delivering statutory social work interventions and collaborating across agencies.
• Enhanced DBS clearance, current driving licence, and access to a vehicle.
• Resilient, reflective, and committed to continuous professional development.

• Competitive Salary: salary £46,142 - £49,282 plus a 15% R & R allowance. You will also receive an EDT allowance of £9,856. Bank Holiday work is paid at double time.
• Outstanding Pension Scheme:
  We don't just offer a great salary - we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides:
• Generous Annual Leave: 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
• Flexible
  
  Working Hours:
  
  Up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs).
• Learning & Development:
  Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
• Health & Wellbeing Support:
  From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources.
• Cycle to Work Scheme:
  Save money and stay active with our tax-efficient cycle to work programme.
• Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme:
  Access a salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions (after 12 months service).
• Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice:
  Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, discounts on shopping, travel, and services, plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more (after 6 months service).