Assistant Community Services Manager

Job Description

Assistant Community Services Manager (Social Worker/AMHP) – Adult Social Services

We are seeking an experienced, registered Social Worker or Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) with a professional social work qualification (or equivalent) and a proven track record of post-qualification experience. You will need to demonstrate leadership skills in adult social services, including direct management experience and a strong ability to implement service improvements.

As part of a joint team funded by both Health and Social Care, you will be based in the Community Mental Health team offices. This role requires the ability to manage competing demands and effectively utilise your expertise in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the Service Manager with delegated responsibilities, contributing to the delivery of community mental health services for adults.

Provide professional supervision, guidance, and support to staff, including recruitment, training, appraisals, and, where appropriate, performance management.

Ensure that financial support arrangements are cost-effective and that staff understand their roles and responsibilities regarding financial management.

Take responsibility for safeguarding investigations and act as the decision-maker when required.

Manage complaints as necessary, verify assessments, and authorise decisions where appropriate.

Benefits:

Generous annual leave starting at 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 3 years of service (pro-rata for part-time staff).

Annual leave purchase scheme.

Flexible and agile working options to promote work-life balance.

An inclusive work environment with various staff networks, including sports and social clubs.

Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and fostering leave.

Career development through internal and external training opportunities.

Local government pension scheme.

Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme).

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for health and wellbeing support.

Staff dental and health plans.

Discounted leisure centre and gym memberships.

Supermarket discount.

Interview Details:

Interview date: To be confirmed.

Interviews will be held online via Teams, but we reserve the right to switch to in-person interviews at our offices.

We review applications on an ongoing basis and may close the advert early if suitable candidates are found. Please apply promptly to avoid missing out.

Important Notes:

AI usage during interviews is prohibited. Candidates using AI will be disqualified from consideration.

All successful candidates will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check as part of pre-employment checks.

Eligibility:

Applicants must be currently residing in the UK.

Candidates requiring sponsorship to work in the UK are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Sponsorship availability is subject to eligibility criteria and budget limitations, and cannot be guaranteed for all roles.

How to Apply:
For informal discussions or questions about the role, please contact:
Molyn Kapuya
Interim Community Services Manager
Tel: 0118 904 6800

Bracknell Forest Council is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We promote a learning, ambitious, and inclusive environment. Please refer to the candidate pack for more details.

Bracknell Forest Council is also dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees to share this commitment.