Team Manager – Adult Mental Health

About the role

Our client, a North London borough, is looking for an experienced Team Manager to lead its Adult Mental Health team. This full‑time temporary position offers a competitive rate of £43 per hour and involves overseeing day‑to‑day service delivery, safeguarding, and performance management.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily operations, including assessments, case management, support planning and reviews.
• Screen, prioritise and allocate incoming work to ensure timely case turnover.
• Lead safeguarding activities under the Care Act 2014, including Section 42 enquiries.
• Maintain robust risk assessment and risk management processes.
• Oversee Section 117 responsibilities and performance management of staff.
• Provide strong leadership and guidance to the social work team.

Required profile

• Qualified Social Worker, fully registered with Social Work England.
• Proven experience as a Team Manager managing social work staff.
• Extensive experience in adult mental health settings with deep knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding frameworks.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and a track record in performance management.

Required skills

What we offer

• Hourly rate of £43.
• £250 joining bonus for new starters.
• £300 referral bonus if you refer a successful candidate.