Team Manager | QC&SA MASH & Safeguarding | Permanent, Full Time 37 Hours per Week | Preston

Lancashire County Council; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority based in Hitchin is looking for a Team Manager for their Safeguarding Adults Service. You will be responsible for driving quality assurance and performance improvement while leading a team of Social Care Support Officers. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in quality improvement, strong leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities. In return, the council offers a supportive work environment focused on safeguarding vulnerable adults.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in quality improvement and performance management.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills required.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of quality and improvement initiatives.
• Oversee performance dashboards and service intelligence.
• Provide expert analysis of performance data.

Skills

Quality improvement

Performance management

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Job Description

Salary £46,142 - £51,356 | Permanent, Full time | Safeguarding Service | Preston

International Sponsorship

this role is not open to international sponsorship

Make a Difference in Lancashire...

Lancashire County Council is committed to making Lancashire a place where everyone matters. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced professional to lead quality assurance and performance improvement within our Safeguarding Adults Service. If you're passionate about safeguarding and quality improvement, we'd love to hear from you!

About the Role...

As the Team Manager you will play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement, ensuring compliance, and enhancing service effectiveness. You will lead a team of Social Care Support Officers and work closely with service managers, Business Intelligence, and multi-agency partners to deliver high standards and excellent outcomes for vulnerable adults.

Key Responsibilities...

• Lead the implementation of quality and improvement initiatives across the Safeguarding Adults Service.
• Oversee performance dashboards and service intelligence to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and maintain robust quality assurance processes.
• Provide expert analysis of performance data and support teams in addressing service issues.
• Represent the service in meetings and contribute to strategic planning and governance.
• Lead targeted support initiatives to reduce risk and improve safeguarding outcomes.

What We're Looking for...

• Significant experience in quality improvement, performance management, and data analysis.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding.

Join Us...

At Lancashire County Council, we value our workforce and invest in their development. You'll be part of a supportive team working to protect and promote the welfare of vulnerable adults across the county.

Apply Now...

Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

You must be registered with the Health Care and Professions Council (HCPC).

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

Benefits...

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

Renewal Terms...

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.