Home Care Assistant Team Manager

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council; Ebbw Vale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000

Job description

Lead, Inspire, and Make a Real Impact in Home Care!

Are you a natural leader with a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your decisions directly improve people’s lives? Blaenau Gwent Adult Services is looking for a dedicated Home Care Assistant Team Manager to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a key leadership role in our Home Care service. You’ll support the growth and development of our services, ensuring that individuals receive the best possible care while living independently in their own homes. If you’re a proactive, motivated professional who enjoys leading teams, driving service improvements, and making a real difference, this could be the perfect role for you.

About the role

As a Home Care Assistant Team Manager, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our Home Care service delivers exceptional, person-centred support. You’ll lead and motivate teams to provide high-quality domiciliary care, emergency home care (DASH), and integrated reablement services, helping individuals to maintain their independence. You will oversee staff rotas, implement care plans, and ensure resources are managed effectively to meet the needs of those we support.

You’ll also be responsible for developing and mentoring staff, ensuring they receive the training and guidance needed to provide the best possible care. Compliance with Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) regulations will be a key part of your role, as will maintaining high service standards and continuously identifying opportunities for improvement. Whether it’s driving new initiatives, improving operational efficiency, or enhancing the overall quality of care, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact.

About you

We’re looking for a confident, proactive leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality care and empowering others to reach their full potential. You should have experience in managing or supervising teams within a care setting, with strong knowledge of domiciliary care and best practices. The ability to make sound decisions, manage competing priorities, and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders is essential.

You’ll need to be registered with Social Care Wales and have a strong understanding of CIW standards and regulations. Experience in performance management, staff development, and service improvement is highly desirable. Above all, we need someone who is committed to supporting individuals to live independently and who thrives in a leadership role where they can make a real impact.

About us

Blaenau Gwent Adult Services is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care that empowers individuals to live independently. Our Home Care service is a vital part of this mission, and we are proud of the hardworking, dedicated teams that make a difference every day. We also recognise that our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, along with fantastic benefits to help you succeed:

1. Competitive Salary: We value your experience and expertise and offer a highly competitive salary package.
2. Local Government Pension Scheme: Enjoy peace of mind with our excellent pension benefits.
3. Ongoing Learning & Development: Take advantage of training and development opportunities to enhance your career.
4. Generous Annual Leave: Benefit from a substantial leave allowance to support your work-life balance.
5. Supportive Team Environment: Work within a collaborative and inclusive culture that values your contributions.

What’s next?

If you’re ready to take on this rewarding leadership role, read the full job description and person specification, then click ‘Apply’ to start your online application.

If you would like an open and informal discussion regarding this role, please contact:

Donna Mahoney | 07870998657 | [e-mail]

Thorough pre-employment screening is undertaken during the recruitment process. The post holder will be required to complete an application for a Disclosure of Criminal Records.

We welcome applications in Welsh, please complete Welsh Job Application Form

For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.

Closing Date: 10/04/2025 – 12:00am, midnight

Interview Date: To be confirmed