Job description
Directorate: People Services
Hours: 37 hours a week
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: The Council House
Are you passionate about driving positive change in adult social care? We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Improvement Manager to join our team and lead transformative initiatives that make a real difference to the lives of adults in our communities.
This is a new role within our Directorate and has been created to ensure we can make the changes to our service that will improve outcomes for the people we support. The Improvement Manager role will play a key role in our transformation journey and the ASC leadership team.
In this role, you’ll work collaboratively across adult social care services, supporting Adult Social Care to implement best practices, improve service quality, and meet key performance objectives. You’ll bring strategic insight, strong project management skills, and a commitment to co-production with people who draw on care and support.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape services that are person-centred, strengths-based, and outcomes-focused. You'll use data and insight to inform decisions, identify areas for improvement, and lead on innovative projects that promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing.
Who We Are
Here at Derby City Council, we’re dedicated to delivering nearly 250 first-class services to citizens and businesses in the heart of the Midlands. People are at the centre of all that we do, and we have an outstanding track record of recruiting and developing talented individuals by providing them with varied and fulfilling career opportunities.
What We Offer
You too could be part of something brilliant by becoming a colleague at Derby City Council; in addition to making a difference to the lives of people across the city, you’ll also receive:
• Modern office environment
• Continued professional development opportunities & career conversations
• 27 days annual leave (rising to 32 days after 5 years' service), plus bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Team Derby Rewards – retail and leisure discounts
• Tusker Car Benefit Scheme
• Cycle2Work Scheme & free cycle training
• Employee Assistance Programmes & Support
• Access to our Equality Employee Networks – LGBTQ+, Disabled Employee Network & Carers and our Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic Employee Support Network
• Support for colleagues who are carers
The Opportunity
In the role of Adult Social Care Improvement Manager, here’s an example of what you’ll be doing to make an impact:
• Lead and coordinate the delivery of the Adult Social Care improvement programme, ensuring workstreams are well-planned, on track, and delivering measurable outcomes
• Support senior leadership and the Improvement Board with clear reporting, risk management, and preparation for inspections, reviews, and strategic decision-making
• Foster collaboration with senior managers, stakeholders, and partners across departments to drive effective, integrated improvement activity
• Monitor budgets and savings in partnership with Finance and ensure programme spending aligns with financial objectives
• Support innovation and digital transformation, including AI initiatives, by managing progress, reporting risks, and ensuring staff are trained and informed
• Lead communication and engagement, sharing learning, promoting good practice, and ensuring improvement plans reflect the latest policy and service developments
About You
To be successful in this role, you’ll ideally have...
• Legislative knowledge – Familiarity with key health and social care legislation
• Adult Social Care Expertise – in depth understanding of adult social care policies, reforms and integration with health services
• Management and Leadership – Proven experience in leading teams and managing change within set policies and procedures
• Project Management – Strong grasp of project management principles, stakeholder engagement and risk assessment
• Policy Development – Skilled in creating and implementing policies that improve adult social care services
• Performance Monitoring - Experienced in using performance indicators and evidence to drive public sector service improvements.
• Stakeholder Engagement - Ability to build and maintain relationships with various health and community partners.
Communication and Problem-Solving: Excellent skills in conveying complex information and developing innovative solutions.
Next Steps
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