Team Manager, Neurodiversity Team

About the role

The Team Manager will provide operational leadership for a dedicated Adult Social Care team supporting neurodiverse adults across Staffordshire. You will ensure high‑quality, person‑centred services, safeguard vulnerable adults and drive continuous improvement within a newly established, county‑wide team.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of Social Workers and Intensive Support Workers.
• Promote strengths‑based, person‑centred practice throughout the service.
• Provide reflective supervision, coaching and professional support to staff.
• Oversee safeguarding enquiries and manage complex casework.
• Monitor performance, quality standards and statutory responsibilities.
• Foster partnership working with health colleagues, providers, carers and voluntary organisations.
• Contribute to service development, workforce planning and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure effective use of resources while maintaining excellent outcomes for citizens.

Required profile

• A recognised Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
• Significant experience within Adult Social Care, including managing or supervising staff.
• Sound knowledge of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding Adults procedures and related legislation.
• Experience handling complex cases and managing risk.
• Strong leadership, communication and decision‑making skills.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and positive outcomes for adults and carers.