Assistant Community Services Manager - Adult Social Care Hub

Bracknell Forest Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an Assistant Community Services Manager to lead services in adult social care. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact, working with a dynamic team dedicated to improving lives within the community. Key responsibilities include overseeing statutory duties, managing complex cases, and driving service enhancements. The position involves hybrid working options and generous benefits, fostering a supportive work environment.

Benefits

28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days

Hybrid working opportunities

Paid employee volunteering scheme

Local government pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in adult social care.
• Strong commitment to person-centred practice and safeguarding.
• Experience in managing teams and complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Hub team to deliver statutory duties.
• Manage workflow and performance of the team.
• Provide guidance on complex cases.
• Drive service improvement and foster collaboration.
• Monitor compliance and contribute to audits.

Skills

Leadership experience in adult social care

Commitment to person-centred practice

Experience with safeguarding

Management of teams and complex cases

Collaboration with partners

Job description

Lead with purpose and create lasting impact. Join our Adult Social Care Hub as an Assistant Community Services Manager, where you will work with a passionate multi‑disciplinary team dedicated to transforming lives across Bracknell Forest.

This is a rewarding, full‑time, permanent opportunity to make a real impact, supporting vital services and creating positive outcomes for those who need them most.

At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council that is stable and well‑managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work‑life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.

To learn more about what it is like to work with us, take a look at Adult Social Care Workforce video.

If you would like an informal chat or a tour of the office prior to submitting your application, please contact [e-mail] to arrange a suitable time.

We have developed clear career pathways for many of our roles. To learn more, please explore our Adult Social Care academy model: Adult social care – social work career pathway handbook.

About you

This is a fast‑paced and rewarding role where you will help manage risk, champion best practice and ensure safe and responsive services for our residents. If you enjoy working collaboratively and thrive on challenges this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

You will bring proven leadership experience in adult social care with a strong commitment to person‑centred practice and safeguarding. Skilled in managing teams, workflows and complex cases you will drive service improvements and work closely with partners to deliver high‑quality outcomes for residents.

About the team

You will join a supportive, collaborative team based at Time Square, Bracknell, with the flexibility of a hybrid working model. We value innovation, shared learning and a strong commitment to improving outcomes for adults in our community.

From Care Act and carers assessments to safeguarding enquiries and mental capacity decisions, we are at the forefront of statutory responsibilities. Our culture is inclusive and focused on professional growth, where your ideas and leadership will make a real difference every day.

We offer comprehensive induction, ongoing professional development and access to leadership training to help you succeed in your role.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support the Hub team to deliver statutory duties under the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding frameworks.
• Manage workflow and performance, including oversight of waiting lists and timely responses to referrals.
• Provide guidance on complex cases, ensuring safe, person‑centred practice across assessments and safeguarding enquiries.
• Drive service improvement and foster collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
• Monitor compliance, quality assurance and contribute to audits and inspections.

Our benefits

• 28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.
• Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work‑life balance.
• Paid employee volunteering scheme.
• Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Reimbursement of Social Work England registration.
• Reimbursement of HCPC registration.
• Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)
• Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.
• Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.
• Find out more about all our benefits or see the candidate pack.

Interview date

The interviews' date is to be confirmed.

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note AI is prohibited during the interview; any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.

Contact

Want to ask us a question? For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: Leila Hall, Community Service Manager, [e-mail]

Additional information

All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check as part of our pre‑employment checks process.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience of working within the current Social Care System and Framework.

We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.

Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case‑by‑case basis.

No agencies please.