Operations Manager
Job introduction
About the role
Is it you we are looking for? We are not looking for just any operational manager, we want someone that can support our workforce to grow and be creative when working with our citizens of East Sussex.
We want a manager who can be creative in supporting value for money, as well as provide the right opportunity for the citizens to have choice and control to meet their needs. Our ethos is to work collaboratively across internal sectors, as well as with our external partners to support strength-based work and future developments.
You will need significant experience in working within the mental health sector to support the growth of our service. You will be supported to access further training to enhance your career growth.
The role includes managing Practice Managers to maintain quality practice & continue to create opportunities to drive forward developments, through the aid of relevant data and consultations with stakeholders.
We are currently undertaking several developments that you would be expected to lead on with the support from the Head of Service. As well as internal transformation, Health and Social Care are moving to several government transitions, and we need to support and grow our current systems and workforce to meet them. The Operational Manager has a fundamental role in leading this forward, so we require the candidate to have a strong history of working in Mental Health and substantial experience working with a statutory organisation.
Experience we are looking for:
- Significant Social Services managerial experience
- Strategic service planning
- Local budgetary control
- The management of change
- Relevant Professional Qualification e.g., social work, occupational therapy
- Relevant Management qualification or willingness to complete Chartered Manager (Level 6) apprenticeship which will be funded by the Council.
- Knowledge of health and social care legislation and safeguarding procedures.
To apply select the ‘Apply now’ button and upload your CV with a covering letter explaining why you are applying for the post. When completing your application be sure to address how you meet all the essential criteria listed in the job description and give examples of any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests. The closing date for applications is Sunday 01 October.
For an informal discussion, please contact Bev Hull on 07834334731 or by email Bev.Hull@eastsussex.gov.uk
Interview will take via MS Teams, unless you request an in-person interview. If you are unavailable to attend the allocated interview date, let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date for you.
Benefits
There are many rewards working for East Sussex County Council, some of these include:
- Generous pension scheme
- Hybrid working
- Access to training
- Lease car scheme (subject to qualifying criteria)
- Access to our extensive wellbeing and wellness training.
- Annual registration fee with Social Worker England will be reimbursed.
For more information about our diverse range on benefit please click on the link provided benefits page.
“For work that makes a difference.”
Additional information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
Company information
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.
