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Are you passionate about empowering vulnerable adults and helping them lead independent, safe and dignified lives? If so, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!  Join us and be part of a team that truly values your contribution to transforming lives in our community.

At Sandwell Council, we believe in a supportive and inclusive culture where collaboration thrives. You’ll work alongside dedicated professionals who share your commitment to providing outstanding care and support to those who need it most.  Every day brings new challenges and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

At Willow gardens we are a supportive Team and pride ourselves on our One Team culture. We are focused on delivering a safe and quality service to Our People.

The successful individual will be a part of a service which continues to promote a home for life to Our People. 

You will be expected to:

• Undertake day to day management of an integrated person-centred care and support team in an extra care housing scheme which empowers individuals, promotes independence, choice, dignity, healthy living, and community integration whilst reducing social isolation and disability
• Provide an inclusive and active environment where services are developed in partnership with people who use our services and fully integrated with the local community
• Deputising for the Extra Care Manager/Assistant Manager and providing cover as necessary
• Line manage a cohort of Care staff
• Support the Registered Manager and Assistant Manager to develop the service and build an innovative Extra Care service for the future in line with the Preventative Care Strategy

You will bring:

• NVQ level 3 in Care or equivalent
• At least 2 years’ experience of formally line managing Care staff
• Minimum of 2 years working with Vulnerable Adults with Care and Support needs
• Experience and understanding of Premise management

We offer a competitive and rewarding package including:

• Access to our award-winning employee benefits scheme — discounts on retail, gyms, cinema, and more!
• A strong focus on health and wellbeing to support you inside and outside of work
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and career development
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Salary sacrifice schemes for cars and bikes
• Membership in the local government pension scheme
• Confidential free counselling services to support your mental health

You will need to complete an Enhanced Adults Barring DBS check.

Closing date: 17 April 2026

For an informal discussion, please contact Lorraine Skipp on 0121 569 5816 or Email lorraine_skipp@sandwell.gov.uk

Company: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Salary: Band E, SCP 18-25 (£31,537 - £36,363 per annum)

Location: Sandwell, West Midlands, West Midlands

Sector: Health and Social Care

Sector: Adult Services

Job Role: Team Leader