Team Manager (Learning Disability, Transition and Autism Team) - CMB1806i

Cumberland Council; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Council is seeking a Team Manager for the Learning Disability, Transition and Autism Team in Carlisle. This permanent role involves providing leadership and management, overseeing care for adults with learning disabilities and Autism, and supporting young people in their transition to adulthood. The ideal candidate will have a professional qualification in Social Work and experience in team management, embodying the council's values of ambition, collaboration, and innovation.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Experience in managing team performance and promoting a strengths-based approach.
• Ability to lead through change and work collaboratively.
• Commitment to a person-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and leadership to the Learning Disability, Transition and Autism Team.
• Oversee the needs and outcomes of adults with learning disabilities and Autism.
• Support young people transitioning to adulthood.

Skills

Creativity

Innovation

Effective communication

Leadership

Team performance management

Education

Professional qualification in Social Work

Job description

Job Title: Team Manager (Learning Disability, Transition and Autism Team)

Location: Cumbria House, Carlisle

Salary: £49,764 to £50,788

Hours: 37 Hours

Contract: Permanent

About This Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated, and experienced applicant to provide management and leadership to the Learning Disability, Transition and Autism Team in Carlisle. This is a permanent position.

The successful candidate will hold a professional qualification in Social Work, demonstrate creativity, innovation, and positivity in management style, and be committed to a person-centred approach. Responsibilities include overseeing the needs and outcomes of adults with learning disabilities, Autism, and young people transitioning to adulthood. Experience in managing team performance and promoting a strengths-based approach is essential.

The Carlisle Team is lively and supportive, requiring a manager skilled in leading through change, effective communication, and partnership working.

Cumberland Council offers a modern, supportive environment with flexible working arrangements. The role is based in West Cumberland but may involve travel across Cumberland, with options for homeworking as needed.

Who We’re Looking For

We seek individuals embodying our core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in potential over perfection and support growth and career development.

Please review the post specification for essential criteria.

Contact

For more information or to arrange an informal chat, contact Kath Stephenson via email at [e-mail].

DBS Checks

This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check with Adults Barred List check. Working in regulated activity with Adults, it is an offence for barred individuals to apply.

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer guaranteed interviews for applicants who meet the essential criteria and:

• Identify as disabled under the Equality Act 2010
• Are in care or have left care, aged 24 or under
• Are armed forces veterans with previous long-term employment in the armed forces

If applicable, select 'yes' during your application. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We promote workforce diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident and Age Friendly Employer. For reasonable adjustments during recruitment, contact [e-mail].

Application & Interview

Closing date: 11/06/2025

Interview date: 17/06/2025

This role may close early depending on demand. Apply early to avoid missing out.

Additional Information

Review the Post Specification and visit our Careers site for more information on staff benefits, candidate support, and about Cumberland Council.