Reablement Team Leader (Out of Hours)

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council organization in Manchester seeks a team leader for reablement services. The role involves managing staff who provide direct care, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with service standards. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a commitment to enhancing residents' independence. This is a full-time, permanent position with various benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Local government pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Access to various discounts

Diverse learning opportunities

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic about changing lives of Manchester residents.
• Able to manage time effectively and create work schedules.
• Understanding of relevant social care legislation.

Responsibilities

• Organise and manage a team of reablement staff.
• Ensure capacity of the team is managed effectively.
• Conduct home visits and holistic assessments.

Skills

Team player

Good communication skills

Problem-solving

Planning and organizing

Tools

IT systems

Job description

About The Role

Working Hours:35 Hours Per Week

Contract Type:Permanent, Full-Time

Additional Payments: 10% Flexibility Payment, Essential Car User Allowance

Closing Date: 29 August 2025

Closing time: 11.59pm

Interview Method:Face to Face

This Role is Subject to:

Essential Car Documentation - This post is a designated Essential Car User. Therefore, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance.

Medical Clearance - Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

Evidence of conduct in previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to. Health or social care or Children or vulnerable adults

Proof of identity including a recent photograph

Full Employment history

The role holder will organise and manage a team of reablement staffthat provide direct care to customers in their homes to help them regain, or maintain, their independence.

The role holder will ensure that the capacity of the team is managed effectively, through rota and performance management, to ensure demand for reablement services can be met.

The role holder will undertake home visits and carry out holistic assessments and observations of customers, to determine customer needs.

The role holder will work collaboratively with Directorate colleagues, and Health Service colleagues, to develop and deliver effective reablement and prevention services.

The role holder will implement a city-wide approach in relation to the provision of community-based services in line with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards.

Work in partnership with colleagues in district teams, and the Health Service, to support the integration of services.

Provide regular management information to the Registered Reablement Manager demonstrating the performance of the team against the specified performance targets.

Consult with customers regarding the quality of the service provided, taking appropriate management action and reporting back outcomes to customers and staff.

Identify safeguarding and mental capacity issues and refer as appropriate, assisting in investigations of allegations of any form of abuse to vulnerable adults.

Actively participate in new initiatives and future changes intended to improve service delivery.

Contribute to the delegated budget holders, ensuring that expenditure is within budgetary targets and all financial responsibilities are discharged in accordance with financial regulations.

Personal commitment to continuous self-development and service improvement.

About the Candidate

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about changing the lives of Manchester residents. Someone who is a good team player with good communication skills. Someone who is able to plan and organise own time effectively creating on work schedules, prioritising, preparing in advance and setting realistic timescales for own self and others.

The candidate should be able to use IT systems to obtain and analyse data and present it effectively through a variety of ICT channels including spreadsheets.

We are looking for someone who is a good problem solver and decision-maker. Someone who has the ability to analyse situations, diagnose problems, identify the key issues, establish and evaluate alternative courses of action and produce a logical, practical and acceptable solution. Someone who is able to lead, manage and motivate staff to high levels of performance in order to achieve change and maximise staff potential and contribution to the achievement of identified organisational objectives.

Candidate should be willing to work in a social care and health care setting across the city with an understanding of relevant social care legislation.

About Us

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

Benefits we offer

• Generous holiday allowance- Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension- You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave- Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks- Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow- We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member- We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave- Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of ourcareers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimumshortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
• Current or former care leavers
• Have a disability or long-term condition

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering:

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [e-mail].

What we will need from you if you're successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement ofemployment.This is not arole we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks

If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
• References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
• Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
• Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence.

These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.

Other relevant information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

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