Occupational Therapy Team Manager

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A Place to Belong

Professional growth

Work-life balance

Generous leave

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Team Manager in Adult Social Care to lead Occupational Therapy teams and oversee community and post-discharge interventions. You will drive service delivery, manage budgets, and align with national frameworks and local policy to meet targets.

You will collaborate with health partners, district councils, and voluntary sector colleagues to improve outcomes, foster professional development, and implement continuous service improvements within a hybrid

Qualifications

• A degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant area.
• A comprehensive understanding of adult social care legislation and policy.
• Proven experience in operational management and service delivery within a local authority or health setting.
• Strong budgeting and financial analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Inspire: Provide operational management and strong leadership to Occupational Therapy teams.
• Engage and Collaborate: Work closely with health partners, district councils, and the voluntary sector to enhance service delivery.
• Ensure Compliance: Uphold national and departmental frameworks, legislation, and policies in service management.
• Drive Performance: Implement service plans and monitor team performance to meet quality assurance standards.
• Champion Change: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within your team.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Compliance

Performance management

Change management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree-level qualification

Job description

Salary: £47,181 - £52,413 per annum

Type of vacancy: Permanent

Work pattern: Full Time

Hours per week: 37

Work Base: Various

Working Arrangements: Hybrid

Competency Framework: Tier 5

Number of posts: 1

Interview date: 6 October 2026

Closing Date: 09 September 2026 23:55

Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to serving our community with compassion and commitment. We believe in empowering individuals and fostering independence. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Are you ready to lead a team that transforms lives? As a Team Manager in Adult Social Care, you will oversee Occupational Therapy teams, ensuring they deliver exceptional community and post discharge interventions. You will play a crucial role in meeting service targets while managing budgets effectively. This is your chance to engage with strategic partners and make a real impact in our community.

In This Pivotal Role, You Will

• Lead and Inspire: Provide operational management and strong leadership to Occupational Therapy teams.


• Engage and Collaborate: Work closely with health partners, district councils, and the voluntary sector to enhance service delivery.


• Ensure Compliance: Uphold national and departmental frameworks, legislation, and policies in service management.


• Drive Performance: Implement service plans and monitor team performance to meet quality assurance standards.


• Champion Change: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within your team.

To Thrive In This Role, You Should Possess

• A degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant area.


• A comprehensive understanding of adult social care legislation and policy.


• Proven experience in operational management and service delivery within a local authority or health setting.


• Strong budgeting and financial analysis skills.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Demonstrate

• Leadership and Integrity: Ability to inspire and motivate teams while maintaining high professional standards.


• Analytical Thinking: Excellent skills in interpreting complex information and making informed decisions.


• Effective Communication: Strong written and verbal skills tailored to diverse audiences.


• Problem-Solving Mindset: Creative and innovative approaches to service improvement and challenges.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer

• A Place to Belong: Join a friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.


• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.


• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional life.


• Generous Leave: Enjoy a competitive annual leave package to recharge and refresh.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Samantha Stocker on [phone] or by email [e-mail].

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full‑time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.