Locality Operations Manager – Social Services Leader

South Lanarkshire Council; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Salary Sacrifice AVC scheme

Up to 33 days annual leave

Public holiday entitlement (up to 10)

Occupational sick pay

Job summary

South Lanarkshire Council invites applications for an Operations Manager in the Children’s Locality team, based in Hamilton/Larkhall. The role oversees service delivery, staff management and development, with direct line management of Senior Practitioners, Social Workers and Family Support Workers.

A focus on reflective supervision and strengths-based support is essential. The position offers a fixed-hours week, permanent contract, and a salary in the £54,783–£59,911 range, with a robust

Responsibilities

• Lead the locality's service delivery and development
• Direct line management of Senior Practitioners, Social Workers and Family Support Workers
• Provide monthly supervision in a reflective, strengths-based manner
• Report to the Fieldwork Manager and contribute to the job profile

Job description

South Lanarkshire Council invites applications for an Operations Manager in the Children’s Locality team, based in Hamilton/Larkhall. The role oversees service delivery, staff management and development, with direct line management of Senior Practitioners, Social Workers and Family Support Workers.

A focus on reflective supervision and strengths-based support is essential. The position offers a fixed-hours week, permanent contract, and a salary in the £54,783–£59,911 range, with a robust