Service Manager (Learning Disabilities) - CMB1740i

Cumberland Council; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Service Manager to lead its Learning Disabilities team. This pivotal role involves driving innovative service delivery and fostering collaboration across various stakeholders. The successful candidate will challenge existing practices and implement evidence-based changes to enhance service efficiency and customer focus. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, this opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on the community and shape the future of social care. If you are ambitious, compassionate, and ready to empower others, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing teams and delivering social care services.
• Strong understanding of learning disabilities and autism services.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Learning Disability, Transition, and Autism team.
• Drive development and delivery of customer-focused services.
• Support strategic direction and priorities for social care.

Skills

Leadership

Change Management

Collaboration

Customer Focus

Education

Degree in Social Care or related field

Job description

Service Manager (Learning Disabilities) (Internal)

Salary: £63,830 to £66,642

Hours: 37 Hours

Location: Carlisle

Contract: Permanent

About This Opportunity

• To lead and manage the Learning Disability, Transition, and Autism team across the county. Working with staff, elected members, partners, and colleagues at all levels of the council to drive the development and successful delivery of the service.
• A key element of the role will be to challenge the way in which the council currently operates, taking an evidence-based approach to leading change that ensures services remain customer-focused, innovative, and efficient.
• As a Service Manager, support the Assistant Director of Social Care in formulating the strategic direction, priorities, and plans for the service in line with service and corporate priorities.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services, and shape a better future for our communities.

We value potential over perfection and can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career. Please review the post specification below for the essential criteria.

If this sounds like you, then please get in touch! For an informal chat prior to your application, contact: [e-mail]

Application and Interview Information

• Closing date: 07/05/2025
• Interview date: TBC

Note: This role may close early depending on demand. If interested, apply before the closing date. We cannot accept applications after the role has closed.

This role is open to internal applicants only.

DBS Checks

This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check with an Adult’s Barred List check. It involves working in regulated activity with adults. It is an offence for barred individuals to apply for roles involving unsupervised work with adults.

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer guaranteed interviews to applicants who meet the essential criteria and fall into the following categories:

• Individuals who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 or under
• Armed forces veterans whose last long-term substantive employer was the armed forces

If you meet any of these criteria and wish to be considered, select 'yes' during your application. More info is available.

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We are committed to increasing workforce diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer and an Age Friendly Employer. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment, contact [e-mail]. We will listen and try to accommodate your needs.

Additional Information

• Post Specification

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