Job description
Learn about the role, responsibilities and what the employer is looking for.
Working Hours:37
Interview Date: Week commencing 07 December 2026
Join Our Team and Make a Difference
Are you ready to lead, inspire and make a lasting impact? This is an exciting opportunity to join our Community Social Work Team. We are looking for a passionate and driven professional with a background in Adult Social Care to take on a pivotal leadership role
About the Role
As the Team Manager, Community Team, the main functions of the role are:
- To lead and manage a team of qualified social workers and non-qualified workers, helping them to deliver high standards across the organisation.
- To provide professional guidance and expertise in respect of adult social care practice and maintain an oversight of all complex cases.
- To support, supervise and performance manage the team and work with colleagues to deliver services for Adult Social care and ensure they promote the independence and wellbeing of people accessing support in line health and social care integration.
Additional Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Costs for the DBS and Social Work England registration are covered by Rutland County Council.
Please note that you will need a full driving licence to enable you to travel across the county.
About You
To be successful in the role you will need to:
- Be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England
- Be experienced in line management and associated responsibilities
- Have proven ability to work within legal frameworks
- Be able to work collaboratively with your peers across Adult Social Care and the Integrated Care System and other external partners
- Be able to demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills
Informal enquiries
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Katherine Willison, Head of Adult Social Care at
kwillison@rutland.gov.uk
We review applications frequently; however, in periods of high demand, the role may close earlier than advertised, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Our benefits
- Competitive salary
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- A strong focus on health, wellbeing, and work-life balance
For further information on the benefits of working for Rutland, please see our careers page:
Jobs and volunteering | Rutland County Council
Our Values
Our values – Passionate, Ambitious, Work Together, and Make a Difference – guide everything we do. We’re looking for people who share these values and want to contribute to strong, supportive teams that deliver positive outcomes for our communities.