Lead Local Area Coordination Team – Hybrid, Community Impact

Croydon Council; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Croydon Council is seeking an experienced Manager to lead the Local Area Coordination (LAC) team in Croydon. The role focuses on shaping an innovative, strengths-based approach to health and wellbeing outcomes, while supporting staff development and high-quality practice.

The post involves line management, cross-agency collaboration, and regular travel across the borough, with hybrid working and some out-of-hours work. Closing date: 08 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experienced manager to lead Local Area Coordination (LAC) team.
• Willing to travel regularly across the borough.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Local Area Coordination team and ensure high-quality, relationship-based practice across Croydon.
• Oversee day-to-day operational service and development of the LAC service.
• Collaborate with council services, health partners and third sector organisations to deliver integrated support.
• Support impact demonstrations of LAC through data, insights and reporting.

Job description

Croydon Council is seeking an experienced Manager to lead the Local Area Coordination (LAC) team in Croydon. The role focuses on shaping an innovative, strengths-based approach to health and wellbeing outcomes, while supporting staff development and high-quality practice.

The post involves line management, cross-agency collaboration, and regular travel across the borough, with hybrid working and some out-of-hours work. Closing date: 08 November 2026.