Team Manager – Adult Social Care

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 North Devon leadership team. You will lead two teams based in Ilfracombe and South Molton.

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.

For an informal discussion about this role please contact: Kate Holliday Kate.Holliday@devon.gov.uk or Mark Gierke Mark.Gierke@devon.gov.uk

Interviews are to be held on 2nd July 2026

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.

Does the job role include personal care?: No

Working Patterns:

TBC

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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.  

• 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.  
• Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.  
• For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.  
• This role requires a DBS disclosure

• This role requires professional registration as Social Worker (SWE), Occupational Therapist (HCPC) or Nurse (NMC)