Job Description

43.00 per hour ASAP Start

Hackney Council is currently recruiting for an experienced Adults Team Manager to join the Integrated Hospital Discharge Service.

This is a key leadership role within a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment, focused on ensuring safe, timely, and effective hospital discharges for Hackney residents.

About the Role

As Team Manager, you will provide strong operational leadership across the service, managing a team responsible for complex discharge planning. You will play a critical role in reducing Delayed Transfers of Care (DTOC) while ensuring residents and their families receive high-quality, person-centred support throughout their discharge journey.

You will work collaboratively with health and social care partners, driving effective multidisciplinary working to achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and support a team of social workers and practitioners
• Oversee complex discharge planning and decision-making
• Drive performance to reduce delayed transfers of care (DTOC)
• Ensure timely completion of statutory assessments and interventions
• Promote high-quality, outcome-focused practice across the service
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective discharge pathways
• Support residents and families throughout the hospital discharge process

About You

• We are looking for a confident and experienced leader who:
• Has extensive experience in hospital discharge and complex case management
• Demonstrates strong operational leadership and team management skills
• Has a sound understanding of statutory frameworks, including:
• Mental Capacity Act
• Care Act
• Adult Safeguarding
• Possesses excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can prioritise competing demands
• Is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred outcomes

What's on Offer

• Competitive rate of 43.00 per hour
• Opportunity to lead within a vital frontline service
• Collaborative and supportive working environment

Apply Now

To apply or find out more, please contact: Jordan Peat - QSW Talent Partner - (url removed)

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