About the role

Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to a pending pay award. The final salary will be adjusted in line with the nationally agreed pay award.

This position qualifies for a market supplement payment of £200 per month. Please note this additional payment will be reviewed on 31 March 2026.

We are looking to recruit a Team Manager to join our Substance Misuse Service on a temporary basis to cover a period of maternity leave.

The Substance Misuse Team Manager will provide a key link with Corporate Managers and work with other Team Managers in ensuring that teams are managed consistently to meet corporate and service objectives, work creatively and collaboratively to achieve the highest possible standards of performance in Ceredigion County Council’s Through Age and Wellbeing model.

To manage staff in the Substance Misuse team effectively work in partnership with staff from health, probation and police in terms of work allocation, quality of work, and attendance at team meetings. Ensure that a citizen and outcomes focussed culture is promoted at all times and promote a person-centred approach at all times by ensuring the implementation of the Signs of Safety and Wellbeing model in practice.

Duties include:

• to ensure that the needs of those accessing our services are fully understood and accommodated in the development, delivery, promotion and improvement of services
• to ensure that services are managed and delivered in a co-ordinated way and in compliance with agreed policies and standards
• to assist the Corporate Managers and Corporate Lead Officers in ensuring that policies and procedures are updated to reflect current legislation and best practice
• to regularly monitor, evaluate and report on team performance against statutory and non-statutory service plans, business plans and performance indicators
• to ensure that regular reflective supervision of staff takes place, as required, within agreed timescales
• assist in identifying, procuring and deploying resources for the team and service to meet its objectives

We believe work-life balance is very important. To support you in achieving this, you will have access to the following discretionary benefits:

• Hybrid Working: Subject to certain conditions being met, you may choose to work from home or in an office location.
• Flexi-time: Hours may be worked within a defined bandwidth, Monday to Friday, subject to service needs.

Job Description and Person Specification

Get in touch

For further information and an informal discussion regarding this post please contract Simon Thomas, Corporate Manager of Mental Wellbeing & Substance Misuse Services, on 07976134131

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.