Team Manager - Adult Hospital Discharge Team

Permanent
Full time, 37 hours per week

Are you an experienced and motivated practitioner ready to join a collaborative and supportive leadership team, where your contribution will help shape a high-performing, dynamic service?

We are looking for a Team Manager to join our Hospital Discharge leadership team. You will lead the social care hospital discharge team based at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital.

We’re seeking someone who:

- Thrives as part of a supportive leadership team, contributing to a shared vision and collective success
- Is comfortable working in a fluid, fast-paced environment, demonstrating adaptability and resilience
- Has experience of supporting staff to work within complex legislative frameworks and practice guidance
- Values collaborative working and strong partnerships, both internally and externally
- Is committed to achieving the right balance between performance, quality and staff wellbeing
- Communicates effectively and confidently, including in challenging or sensitive situations
- Has a recognised professional qualification in Social Work or Occupational Therapy
- Has experience within adult social care or a related field, including supporting or supervising others
- Has a strong commitment to person-centred, strengths-based approaches
- Has a focus on continuous learning, innovation and service improvement

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-thinking service where collaboration, flexibility and shared leadership are key. You will be part of a supportive leadership group committed to delivering high-quality services and achieving meaningful outcomes for the people we serve.

What we can offer you

• We are committed to your continuous professional development, doing all we can to help you to get the most from your career. You will receive excellent support and supervision, with regular opportunities to discuss and reflect on your practice, both with your line manager and peers.
• 26 days annual leave per year (rising with length of service) plus Bank Holidays effective from 1 April 2024.
• Flexible working opportunities are available, these include part-time hours, flexitime, compressed working hours and homeworking (this is subject to the needs of the role – please discuss at further at interview)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme - more information can be found on the Peninsula Pensions website.
• Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme – available 24/7 to support you with personal and work life.
• Discounts from local and high street retailers through the Devon Discounts scheme.
• As a place to live and work, Devon is hard to beat with top-performing schools, universities, vibrant cities, pretty villages and some of the most scenic coast and countryside in the UK. Living and working in Devon as a Team Manager has never been more attractive.
• Please note: At this time, we are unable to consider overseas applications.

For an informal discussion please contact: Nicky Baker - nicky.baker@devon.gov.uk

Interviews are due to be held 29th October 2026

How to apply
Please ensure when completing your application form that you provide a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as described in the person specification of the job description. Applications may not be taken forwards if the supporting statement is not adequately completed.

Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.

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• DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
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• Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
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• We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
• This role requires a DBS disclosure
• This role requires Social Work England Registration (SWE).