We are inviting applications from existing managers and/or experienced Social Workers who are ready for the next step in their career.

Whilst prior experience of working in mental health services is desirable, it is by no means essential. We are really looking for someone with a strong working knowledge of adult social care legislation and practice, who can use management and leadership skills to support us to continue to embed and strengthen our adult social care pathway in the team.

As a Deputy Team Manager, You Will

• Provide line management to team members including qualified Social Workers and differently qualified social care practitioners.
• Have a fundamental role in the safeguarding of some of the most vulnerable people in Kirklees, including fulfilling the role of Safeguarding Co-ordinator in line with the local adult safeguarding policy.
• Provide support to the Team Manager to ensure smooth and effective management of the social are staff and social care practice in the team.
• Make recommendations in relation to support packages and authorise in the Team Manager’s absence to an agreed level.
• Support the Team Manager with the management of budgets through effective monitoring.
• Support the team to adopt enabling approaches and appropriate levels of intervention to facilitate and maximise people’s independence and positive risk taking as far as possible.
• Work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team.

Required Skills And Experience For The Role

• Change management skills are vital to ensure that changes are embraced positively by everyone in the team, whilst fostering a creative ethos to guarantee vulnerable adults are supported with care that is individual to them.
• Substantial post qualifying experience in a relevant setting.
• A SWE recognised professional Social Work qualification and evidence of SWE registration.
• An understanding what makes a good assessment of need considering Care Act and s.117 eligibility
• The ability to manage resources within budget.
• An awareness and understanding of the challenges and benefits of Integrated working
• Experience of providing support / mentoring to less experienced colleagues.
• Evidence of management training or the ability to demonstrate equivalent competencies.
• An understanding of relevant legislation and government agendas and the implications for practice.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety principles.
• Competent at using IT systems required for this role

Contact Information

Rebecca Tranmer is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.

Additional Information

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email: or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for ‘Recruitment’.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing Date

31 August 2026, 11:55 PM