Description Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid £56,849 - £67,720 per annum (pro rata if part time) 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available Permanent. In Suffolk, we are ambitious for our children in care and care leavers and are looking for a Service Manager who can make a real difference in helping our teams and young people reach their full potential. Your role and responsibilities In this newly established role, you will make a significant contribution to the delivery of our services overseeing the operational leadership of: Children in Care teams Services for young people Leaving Care and provision for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and young people. Aligning our leaving care service with children in care to enable a smooth transition and continuum for the care experienced children of Suffolk. As part of the wider leadership team to drive key strategic work improvements and the development of staff and practice across our services You will need to be a qualified social worker a proven track record of successfully leading and managing within Children and Young People’s services You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The team The team are committed to excellence and innovation in developing and maintaining high quality services for children and young people. Empowering Everyone We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report. For more information Please contact Codrutza Oros-Marsh Assistant Director for a casual conversation, you can reach them by calling ( 01473) 264167 or emailing codrutza.oros-marshsuffolk.gov.uk How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP. You should use the Supporting Statement template (docx). Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4. Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing HDrecruitmentsuffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. Closing date: 11.30pm, 10 November 2024 Interview date: 19 November 2024 This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.