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Operations Manager (Learning Disability) - Adults' Services

Operations Manager (Learning Disability) - Adults' Services

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Job ID:

5502

City Wide

Leadership, Social Care

Grade 10 £50,788 - £52,805 (Bar at £51,802) per annum pro rota

Permanent

Adults' Services

26 Mar 2025

Full-time

About The Role

Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Additional Payments: Essential Car User Allowance
Closing Date: 26 March 2025
Closing Time: 11.59pm
Interview Type: In Person

This Role is Subject to -

Qualification - Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England
Medical Clearance - Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)
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. Please note this does not mean that for this role you need to be a car driver.
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

We are looking to recruit an Operations Manager for our learning disability Service. This is an exciting opportunity for dedicated and experienced manager to develop their professional career and step into a leadership role within the Adult Learning Disability Team.

The service support adults with a learning disability from the age of 18. Our work is varied, complex and enabling. The team consists of both Social workers, Social care assessors and we work alongside specialist LD health practitioners working in partnership to provide holistic support to our Citizens.

The post holder will work to the service manager. The Operations manager will be responsible for the professional supervision of the Team managers and have oversight responsibility for the work the teams complete. You will be asked to contribute to more strategic conversations and engage in project and development plans for the serve and the city across the wider Adult social care footprint.

Our aim is to continue to embed and improve upon our strength based practice to enhance the citizen experience and their self named outcomes.

Join this ambitious service, share our vision to Bee the difference.

About the Candidate

We are looking for an ambitious and values based practitioner and leader. You will sit between the front line teams and the service manager.

Your role will be to oversee complex case issues, risk, staffing issues - making decisions where necessary and seeking advise when needed. You will over see 3 teams circa 37 practitioners (qualified and unqualified); link in with other parts of the system across health, commissioning, primary care, probation, and other parts of GM.

We have several workstreams - the role holder will be vital to contributing and leading on some of these on behalf of the service.

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 newborn 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 our careers 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 minimum shortlisting 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 [email protected].

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 of employment. This is not a role 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 request 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.

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