Transitions and CHC Team Manager (ASC)

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Transitions and CHC Team Manager

Role: Team Manager – Transitions & Continuing Health Care

We’re excited to announce the launch of a brand-new, borough-wide social work team in Sefton! This team is dedicated to supporting young people as they transition from Children’s to Adults Services, and to assisting individuals applying for or receiving Continuing Health Care (CHC) and Joint Funding.

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Team Manager to lead this important work. You’ll be supported every step of the way by a committed Service Manager and a passionate leadership team who are invested in your success.

As Team Manager, you’ll lead a dedicated team within Sefton’s Adult Social Care department. You’ll play a key role in shaping how we deliver services, working closely with health colleagues to develop integrated, person-centred approaches. You’ll have the autonomy to make impactful decisions and the support to grow your team creatively and effectively.

What does the role look like day to day?

We have recently created a new borough-wide social work team to support young people during their transition from Children’s to Adults services and support people applying for or receiving Continuing health and Joint funding.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Team manager to work with us to engage and inspire and be a key part of a dedicated team influencing and shaping how we deliver services for people.

In your role as Team Manager you will lead, support and manage a team within Sefton Adult Social Care Department as well as develop integrated approaches with health colleagues.

We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual to fill this role and bring passion, creativity and care to a really fantastic team seeking guidance, support and leadership. You should have an excellent understanding of the Care Act, associated legislation and Health and Joint funding processes. You will be responsible for key decision making and given the freedom to develop your staff and team creatively.

What we are looking For

We’re seeking a motivated and compassionate leader who can inspire and guide a team delivering high-quality adult social care. You’ll bring:

• A Social Work degree or equivalent qualification
• Registration with Social Work England (or equivalent health body)
• Management experience in Adult Social Care, ideally in Transitions and CHC
• Strong knowledge of the Care Act and related legislation
• Confidence in managing complex, person-centred decisions
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice
• Excellent partnership working skills with health and community stakeholders
• A passion for continuous learning and professional development

What does CQC say about Sefton?

Sefton’s Adult Social Care Service has been rated as GOOD by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in their January 2025 inspection, an achievement we are immensely proud of. Come and join us on our journey to provide an outstanding service!

“Staff and managers reported feeling valued, motivated, and community-focused, promoting the vision for adult social care: for people in Sefton to live as independently as possible for as long as possible.”​

“Staff felt safe to challenge ideas and were encouraged to be creative. ​ Leaders held drop-in sessions and were responsive to staff feedback. “

Why Sefton?

Sefton has vision – we are committed to protecting the most vulnerable, we are building confident and resilient communities and work with internal and external teams to make sure we procure the right core services for those who need them. We understand how is required to lead, we put people at the heart of what we do and we innovate!

At Sefton Council, we’re proud to be an inclusive, forward-thinking local authority. We value collaboration, innovation, and personal development. Our teams are united by a shared goal: to make Sefton a great place to live, work, and thrive. Come and be part of our journey to outstanding!! Want to know more about Why Sefton? Check out our Why Sefton webpages.

What we can offer you

28 days annual leave (rising to 33 after 5 years), plus 8 bank holidays​

A warm, welcoming, and supportive team environment

Enhanced sick pay, maternity/adoption leave, and maternity support leave​

Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme​

Tailored career development and training opportunities​

If you're ready to make a real difference and a real impact we'd love to hear from you!

Closing date: 29/06/25

Proposed interviews: The week of 7th -11th July 2025