Reablement Team Leader (Out of Hours)

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

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a candidate to manage a team of reablement staff and ensure effective service delivery. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a full driving license, and the ability to work in health and social care settings. This full-time position offers generous holiday allowances and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme with life cover

Enhanced parental and carers leave

MCR+ discounts

Learning opportunities

Good Employment Charter incentives

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Hold or achieve NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care within six months.
• Full valid driving license required.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of reablement staff.
• Implement support for service improvement.
• Ensure timely responses to service requests.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player

Problem solver

Decision-making

IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care

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: 3 October 2025
Interview Method: In Person

This role is subject to:

• Qualification – Hold or be willing to undertake and achieve NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care within six months of commencing in post.
• Essential Car Documentation – This post is a designated Essential Car User. You must hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance.
• Driving Licence – The successful candidate should hold a full clean driving licence and be required to drive a vehicle in line with council regulations.
• DBS clearance – Enhanced DBS check required. Information will be handled confidentially in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice.
• Medical Clearance – Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA).

Evidence of conduct in previous employment related to health or social care or safeguarding of children or vulnerable adults may be requested. Proof of identity, full employment history and evidence of right to work in the UK are required before commencement. This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.

The role holder will effectively manage a team of reablement staff, undertake all management activities, coach staff, observe practice, evaluate performance and implement support to ensure continual service improvement and improved outcomes for citizens.

Key duties include managing an effective rota system for reablement support workers, ensuring timely responses to service requests with real-time capacity information, and overseeing health and safety issues for staff and customers. You will disseminate new directorate initiatives and address skills gaps. The role is based at Reablement South at Trafford House.

About the Candidate

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about changing the lives of Manchester residents, is a good team player with strong communication skills, and can plan and organise time effectively, prioritise, and set realistic timescales. The candidate should be able to use IT systems to obtain and analyse data and present it through ICT channels, including spreadsheets. They should be a good problem solver and decision-maker, capable of analysing situations, diagnosing problems, evaluating alternatives, and delivering practical solutions. The candidate should be able to lead, manage and motivate staff to achieve high performance and contribute to organisational objectives. Willingness to work in a social care and health setting with understanding of relevant legislation is required.

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. Manchester City Council champions Our Manchester, a vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city, guided by our behaviours:

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

Benefits we offer

• Generous holiday allowance – up to 26 days plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days after five years’ service; option to purchase up to two additional weeks
• A rewarding pension scheme with life cover
• Enhanced parental and carers leave
• Brilliant perks via MCR+ including discounts, cycle to work, and health benefits
• Learn and grow with varied learning opportunities and onboarding
• Good Employment Charter with pay reviews and union recognition
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview adjustments available on request
• Accessible formats available; ReciteMe tool and accessibility options are supported

Pre-Employment Checks

• Proof of Right to Work in the UK (visa sponsorship not guaranteed)
• References from current and previous employers
• DBS checks may be required depending on role
• Driving licence evidence if the role requires driving

Other relevant information

We strive to enable everyone to be themselves at work. If you need adjustments to undertake duties, we will provide aids, adaptations or equipment where possible and may redesign parts of the role where necessary.

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