Sally Wyer
Team Manager – Adult Social Care
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About
Highly experienced Nurse and Social Worker with over 40 years of combined practice across acute hospital and community settings. Proven leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams and complex caseloads, including forensic cases within Adult Social Care. Strong clinical governance, safeguarding, and service delivery expertise.
Experience
Team Manager – Adult Social Care - Dorset Council
(2021-01 - 2026-12)
- Managed a team of social workers and ancillary staff
- Oversaw complex caseloads, including forensic and high-risk cases
- Led safeguarding investigations and risk assessments
- Ensured compliance with statutory frameworks and best practice
- Provided supervision, mentoring, and performance management
Social Worker – Adult Services - Derbyshire County Council
(2003-01 - 2021-12)
- Managed a diverse and complex caseload
- Worked with vulnerable adults including those with mental health and forensic needs
- Conducted assessments, care planning, and reviews
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals and external agencies
Ward Sister – General Hospital - Derby City Hospital
(1984-01 - 1988-12)
- Managed ward operations and nursing staff
- Delivered high standards of patient care
- Supervised and trained junior nurses
- Ensured adherence to clinical and safety standards
Nurse – Nurse-Led Unit (Community Hospital) - Ilkeston Community Hospital
(1988-01 - 2000-12)
- Provided patient-centred care in a community setting
- Supported rehabilitation and discharge planning
- Worked autonomously within a nurse-led service
Education
Registered General Nurse - Nursing
BA (Hons) - Social Work
BA (Hons) - Steiner Waldorf Education
