The role
About Southwark:
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark's residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.? Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark's communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
Lead with Purpose: Become a Weekend Deputy Team Manager in Southwark's Hospital Discharge Transfers of Care Unit!
Are you ready to take on a leadership role that makes a real difference, even outside the usual 9-to-5? Southwark Council is seeking an energetic and passionate Deputy Team Manager to oversee our Hospital Discharge Transfers of Care Unit during critical weekend periods. This unique role, with a 36-hour workweek spanning Friday to Tuesday, offers the perfect opportunity to lead a dedicated team while ensuring that patient care and safe discharges continue smoothly through the weekend.
About the Service
The Hospital Discharge Transfers of Care Unit is at the heart of Southwark's commitment to providing seamless and effective care transitions from hospital to home or other care settings. Our team is dedicated to managing the complexities of hospital discharges, safeguarding concerns, and care planning with precision and compassion. As a leader during the weekend, you will ensure that services remain robust, responsive, and focused on the needs of our residents even during peak periods.
About the Role
In this pivotal role, you'll lead and inspire your team of social workers and healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care every day, especially during the busy weekend periods:
- Operational Leadership: Oversee the day-to-day operations from Friday to Tuesday, ensuring social workers efficiently triage referrals, allocate cases, and authorise assessments, keeping the flow of care moving smoothly.
- Guidance and Support: Provide expert guidance on complex discharges, safeguarding issues, and mental capacity assessments, ensuring your team is well-supported and empowered to make informed decisions.
- Collaborative Networking: Serve as the lead manager for weekend hospital discharges at Kings and St Thomas Hospital, ensuring that care plans are maintained, and discharges are handled effectively. You'll also be the key link for managing step-down flats in extra care schemes, ensuring that referrals are triaged and residents are placed appropriately.
- Team Development: Mentor and supervise social workers and assistant practitioners, fostering an environment of continuous learning and reflective practice, ensuring that your team can operate autonomously and confidently.
Additional details
About You
We are looking for a dynamic, experienced leader with a strong commitment to social care excellence. The ideal candidate will bring:
- Deep Knowledge: A solid understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Continuing Healthcare processes, with a track record of applying these frameworks in practice.
- Proven Experience: Experience in leading MDT and safeguarding meetings, providing reflective supervision, and supporting the professional development of others. Experience as a Practice Educator or within ASYE is desirable but not essential—what matters most is your commitment to growth and development.
- Leadership Skills: The ability to lead with confidence, think creatively under pressure, and make decisive, informed decisions that ensure the best outcomes for residents.
Join Us
If you're ready to step up and lead with purpose during critical weekend periods, this is the role for you. Join Southwark Council and make a real impact on the lives of our residents, while advancing your own career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Apply today and take the lead in shaping the future of care at Southwark.
This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check at Enhanced level.