Team Manager - Social care

Team Manager – Adult Social Care
Location: Orkney Islands
Contract: 6 Months (with extension potential)
Pay- £51.14 umbrella (£40 PAYE exc)

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a Team Manager to join Adult Social Care services within Orkney Islands Council.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a unique and rewarding setting, leading community care services and driving high-quality service delivery within a progressive local authority.

Key Benefits:

• Accommodation provided (excluding utilities/household expenses)
• Council tax covered (where applicable)
• Travel expenses to and from Orkney covered
• Initial 6-month contract with likely extension
• Start date: ASAP

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strong leadership and management to Adult Social Care/Community Care teams
• Ensure high-quality, person-centred service delivery aligned with regulatory standards
• Lead on service improvement, innovation, and continuous development
• Manage budgets, workforce planning, and service performance
• Oversee risk management, health & safety, and compliance requirements
• Support and develop staff, ensuring engagement and effective communication
• Work closely with senior leadership to deliver service objectives
• Ensure effective implementation of care plans and multi-agency working

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification (Degree, SVQ4, HND, or equivalent experience) OR
  Registered Professional (Social Worker, Nurse, AHP) with 5 years' experience
• Significant management experience in Adult Health, Social Care, or Community Care
• Experience within a complex organisation (Local Authority or NHS preferred)
• Strong leadership, resilience, and decision-making skills
• Experience managing budgets, risk, and workforce

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for an experienced leader looking to take on a rewarding contract in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Service Care Solutions benefits and interested please send your CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk
£200 referral bonus and £150 sign-up bonus available for new candidates