Locality Manager

Oxfordshire Bus Enhanced Partnership; Cherwell District; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

LGPS pension

Hybrid working

Family policies

CPD & training

EAP

Job summary

Oxfordshire County Council invites applications for a Team Manager in Adult Social Care serving the Cherwell area. You will lead an operational, multidisciplinary team and ensure statutory duties under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act 1983 are met with a strength‑based approach.

You will develop staff, manage performance and budgets, collaborate with health partners and external agencies, and drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience leading social care teams.
• Knowledge of Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act 1983.
• Ability to manage budgets and performance.
• Strong communication and safeguarding expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery of Adult Social Care services.
• Oversee daily team management and escalation handling.
• Ensure statutory duties and safeguarding oversight are met.
• Represent the service in partnerships with health and community organisations.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Communication skills

Safeguarding expertise

Education

Registered Social Worker or Occupational Therapist

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related field

Job description

Team Manager – Adult Social Care - Cherwell area

About Us

At Oxfordshire County Council, we are committed to delivering high‑quality, person‑centred Adult Social Care that makes a meaningful difference to the lives of local residents. Our teams work collaboratively, creatively and with a strong sense of purpose, ensuring people are supported to live as safely, independently and successfully as possible. Guided by our organisational values — always learning, caring, promoting equality, taking responsibility and daring to do things differently — we strive to deliver inclusive, compassionate and forward‑thinking services that reflect the needs of our communities.

About the Role

As a Team Manager within our Adult Social Care Locality Service, you will lead the operational delivery of a highly professional, responsive and integrated service. You will oversee the daily management of your team, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met in full accordance with the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, the Mental Health Act 1983 and all relevant guidance. Your work will support a high‑performing, strength‑based approach, where individuals and their families receive personalised information, advice and support tailored to achieving positive outcomes.

You will provide clear leadership, nurturing a cohesive and respectful multidisciplinary culture where staff are empowered, professionally developed and confident in their practice. You will ensure strong quality assurance, robust safeguarding oversight, effective resource management and service performance that consistently meets targets and standards. The role involves working collaboratively with health partners, community organisations, voluntary sector colleagues and wider stakeholders to build strong relationships and develop integrated, locally responsive support arrangements. You will also contribute to service planning, oversee complaints responses, support investigations, lead staff development initiatives and act as a key point of expertise within your locality. From time to time, you may deputise for the Service Manager and participate in duty work, including providing emergency advice.

About You

You will be an experienced and registered Social Worker or Occupational Therapist with a deep understanding of legislation, statutory responsibilities and best practice relating to Adult Social Care. You will bring experience of leading social care teams, managing performance, overseeing budgets and delivering services that meet demanding standards while keeping individuals at the heart of decision‑making. You will be confident in navigating complex safeguarding arrangements, working in partnership with families and external agencies, and providing clear professional direction in challenging situations.

Your leadership style will be supportive, thoughtful and accountable, with the ability to motivate, coach and guide staff through periods of change. You will demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong organisational judgement, an appreciation of diversity and a commitment to continuous improvement. You will be solution‑focused, reflective in your practice and able to positively influence outcomes at both individual and service level. The ability to travel between locations and a willingness to adapt to operational needs, including occasional out‑of‑hours work, are essential for this role.

Rewards and benefits

Key Rewards and Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement, with additional leave for long service.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions.
• Flexible and hybrid working options, supporting work–life balance.
• Family‑friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and carers’ support.
• Continuous professional development, training, coaching and career progression opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential emotional, financial and wellbeing support.
• Access to a wide range of staff networks promoting inclusion and belonging.
• Discounts and savings through the MyBenefits portal, including retail, travel and leisure offers.
• Cycle‑to‑Work scheme and other green travel incentives.
• Health and wellbeing resources, including mental health support, occupational health, and wellbeing events.

Your office base may be subject to change as we are currently transitioning between temporary and permanent office locations due to the closure of County Hall. If thisis applicableto you, you will be notified, but no reimbursementwill apply in respect of travel.

Our commitment to:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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