A Local Authority is looking for an Assistant Team Manager for their Mental Health service in the Greater Manchester area.

This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working.

You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available)

About the team

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting of vulnerable adult's.

This team has flexible and creative ways of working.

Within this team you have social workers specialising in:

• Section 117


• Generic mental health


• Transitions

About the job

• To assist the SUM and TM Team Manager in the organisation, management and supervision of social care services.


• To contribute to overall strategic planning and management of the service and to the development of high quality services.


• To assist the Team Manager in leading the team ensuring that the functions of the Unit are carried out effectively and in accordance with legislation, regulations, guidance, standards and local procedures and priorities.


• To continually improve services in the light of service user views, performance data and stakeholder feedback.

About you

The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification experience in Adult Mental Health Social Work whilst having an up-to-date understanding of relevant fostering legislation.

This is a growing team with long-term potential to progress into a senior position and beyond when opportunities arise.

What's on offer?

• £46,142 - £50,269 dependent on experience


• Salary sacrifice


• Retention payments


• Health & Wellbeing packages


• Relocation package


• Access to various discounts


• Flexible working


• Free parking


• Local Authority Pension scheme


• Excellent Training & development opportunities

For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham

07825213518 / scunningham@charecruitment.com

What do you get from working with me?

• CV enhancement

• Application form enhancement

• Access to many jobs in the market

• One central point of contact

• Interview preparation assistance

• Expert consultation

• Questions answered

• Offer negotiation