Team Manager- Mental Health

Reference: 3531741465_1776170976

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Locum Team Manager to join a Local Authority Mental Health Social Work Team.
This is a pivotal leadership role within social services, responsible for overseeing the delivery of statutory duties and ensuring high-quality, person-centred support for adults with mental health needs.

You will lead a team of social workers and practitioners, ensuring compliance with legislative frameworks and driving best practice across the service.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and management to a team within Adult Mental Health Social Services
Oversee complex caseloads, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met
Ensure compliance with key legislation including the Care Act, Mental Health Act, and safeguarding procedures
Supervise, support, and appraise staff performance
Manage team performance, service delivery, and resource allocation
Lead on risk management, decision-making, and safeguarding interventions
Work in partnership with external agencies, housing providers, and health professionals
Contribute to service development and continuous improvement
Essential Requirements:

Registered with Social Work England (SWE)
Proven experience as a Team Manager within Adult Social Care / Mental Health Services
Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act)
Demonstrable experience managing staff, performance, and complex cases
Ability to lead under pressure and make sound, defensible decisions

Please apply today for more information.

Don't forget...Eden Brown Synergy offers a £250 referral bonus for Social Workers. If this role isn't for you but you know someone suitable, ask them to get in touch. £250 could be on it's way to you! Your expert recruitment consultant is Becky Dewis, call today on 020 7422 7429 or email [email protected] Eden Brown Synergy is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Synergy is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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£43.26
Per hour
Bis zu GBP43.26 pro Stunde

Greater London

Interim

Added 14/04/2026
Reference: 3531741465_1776170976

Team Manager- Mental Health

Greater London
Interim

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