Community Services Manager – Adult Social Care – REQ008641

Proud to Care Devon; Topsham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking experienced Community Services Managers to lead and manage social care services in East Devon. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, person-centered outcomes in adult social care. Ideal candidates will have a relevant professional qualification and proven leadership experience in health or social care settings. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive leadership team

Opportunities for service improvement

Qualifications

• Qualified in Social Work, Nursing, or Occupational Therapy (with relevant registration).
• Proven leadership in complex health or social care settings.
• Strong knowledge of adult social care legislation, policy, and governance.
• Skilled communicator, negotiator, and problem-solver.
• Committed to continuous improvement and person-centered practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire community based multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ensure delivery of safe, effective, and personalised care for older people and those with disabilities.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with health and sector organisations.
• Champion integrated working and innovative service development.
• Manage performance, budgets, and workforce development.

Skills

Leadership in social care settings

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Commitment to improvement

Education

Qualification in Social Work, Nursing, or Occupational Therapy

Job description

Overview

Are you a dynamic and experienced leader passionate about delivering high-quality adult social care services? Devon County Council is seeking to appoint three Community Services Managers to lead and manage our social care services across East Devon; and contribute to the strategic and transformational requirements moving forward. This is a key leadership role, driving high-quality, person-centered outcomes across Assessment, Review, Occupational Therapy and Safeguarding requirements at locality level.

Your Impact

• Lead and inspire community based multi-disciplinary teams
• Ensure delivery of safe, effective, and personalised care for older people, those with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, or mental health needs.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with health, voluntary, and independent sector organisations.
• Champion integrated working and innovative service development.
• Manage performance, budgets, and workforce development to deliver best value and professional excellence.

About You

• Qualified in Social Work, Nursing, or Occupational Therapy (with relevant registration).
• Proven leadership in complex health or social care settings.
• Strong knowledge of adult social care legislation, policy, and governance.
• Skilled communicator, negotiator, and problem-solver.
• Committed to continuous improvement and person-centred practice.

Why Devon County Council?

Join a progressive authority committed to excellence in adult social care. Work within a supportive leadership team, with opportunities to shape services and make a real difference in people’s lives.

For an informal discussion, contact Nikki Mahony, Assistant Director ASC Ops: North & East Devon: [e-mail] or 07917 725655.

Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to login and apply.

• 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 the person to be registered with their relevant professional regulatory body.

REQ008641

Integrated Adult Social Care

Does the job role include personal care?: No

Working Patterns:

TBC