Service Manager

i-Jobs; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Service Manager to oversee inclusion services in Knowsley. This role involves managing employees and budgets, improving services, and ensuring health and safety standards are maintained. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Education or Social Care, alongside leadership and management skills. A recognized professional qualification in the relevant field is mandatory. The position is full-time with a pay rate of £35.80 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing staff, budgets, and resources.
• Ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Understanding of local government functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage employees, budgets, and resources for Inclusion services.
• Oversee teams: SEND, Travel and Transport, Access & Inclusion.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for service development.

Skills

Experience in Inclusion (SEND)

Leadership and management skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Organizational and strategic thinking abilities

Knowledge of legislation

Education

Recognized professional qualification in Social Care/Education

Job description

Service Manager

Location: 2nd Floor, Nutgrove Villa, Westmorland Road, Huyton, L36 6GA

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 1+ Months

Working Hours: Mon - Fri, 09:00 - 17:00, 37 Hours per week

Pay Rate: £ 35.80 Per Hour

Job Ref: OR18731

Job Responsibilities

• Manage employees, budgets, and resources for Inclusion services.
• Improve and develop services, ensuring statutory duties are met.
• Oversee teams: SEND, Travel and Transport, Access & Inclusion.
• Contribute to business plans and education improvement in Knowsley.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for service development and improvement.
• Monitor and evaluate performance, ensuring quality standards.
• Manage financial resources and ensure budget adherence.
• Support strategic planning and service delivery improvements.
• Promote equality, diversity, and safe working practices.

Person Specifications

Must Have

• Experience in Inclusion (SEND), Education, Health, or Social Care.
• Knowledge of legislation and OFSTED/CQC frameworks.
• Experience managing staff, budgets, and resources.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Organizational and strategic thinking abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Understanding of local government functions.
• Experience in senior team collaboration.
• Integrity, accountability, communication, and respect.
• Recognized professional qualification in Social Care/Education.

Nice to Have

• Willingness to pursue a management diploma or degree.
• Ability to travel freely across the local area.

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