Deputy Team Manager (Adult Mental Health Team)

Job Details

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full time
• Advert Start Date: 02/04/2026
• Advert End Date: 12/05/2026 23:59
• Salary: £48,226 - £50,269
• Hours per week: 37
• Job Category: Social Care - Adult Service
• Location: Stockton-on-Tees
• Number of posts: 1

About the Role

Are you an experienced, dynamic Social Worker ready to take the next step? Are you committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred social care that empowers adults and promotes independence? Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Deputy Team Manager to join our Adult Mental Health team here at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Deputy Team Manager to help lead our Adult Mental Health Service - someone who champions strengths-based practice, supports staff wellbeing and is passionate about high-quality, person-centred social work. Our team provides dedicated support for individuals living with mental health diagnoses, as well as their families and carers. We’re committed to promoting independence, choice and control, and ensuring people can access Self-Directed Support where they’re eligible for social care services.

What the Role Involves

• Helping to lead a dynamic social care team, shaping high-quality support for adults across the borough.
• Taking charge of a small, complex caseload (including forensic cases), using your expertise to make a real difference.
• Guiding and motivating staff, boosting confidence, skills and best practice.
• Making smart, impactful decisions in fast-moving situations.
• Working closely with partners and colleagues to deliver joined-up, meaningful support.
• Driving improvements and championing high standards across the service.

The role also involves undertaking AMPH duties as required.

What We're Looking For

• Has an enabling, person-centred approach, which promotes independence.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, building positive relationships with partners, families and carers.
• Brings solid social work expertise, with a strong understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding practice.
• Leads and motivates others, providing guidance, support and high-quality supervision.
• Is highly organised, able to prioritise workloads, respond to urgent situations and maintain high standards under pressure.

Benefits and Additional Information

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] offers an excellent total reward package, including:

• Competitive salary of up to £50,269
• 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, access to online GP appointments, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.

You can also work flexibly where you can work part of your week at home. For more information about working for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], please visit the Careers section on our website: https://www.stockton.gov.uk/careers. If you would like an informal discussion, please contact Gill Garry or Graham Lyons on [contact hidden].

Important Applicant Guidance

Accuracy and Use of AI Tools: You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Application updates will be sent from [contact hidden]. Rehabilitation of Offenders Act: This post is exempt. Right to Work: All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK. Visa Sponsorship: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] offers visa sponsorship only for a small number of specific roles; sponsorship is not guaranteed for this post.