Job Introduction
Job Title: Connect to Work Team Manager
Salary: £40,523 - £43,648 per annum
35 Hours per Week
Location: County Wide
Team: Employability and Skills
Permanent
The Role:
Worcestershire County Council is seekingTeam Manager to lead our internal Connect to Work Delivery team
This is a key leadership role, managing a team of Employability Specialists who support young adults aged 16–24 facing complex barriers to employment. You will oversee the effective delivery of personalised, 1:1 support, ensuring caseloads are managed efficiently and that high-quality outcomes are achieved.
As Team Manager, you will be responsible for:
* Providing day-to-day leadership, supervision, and support to Employability Specialists
* Overseeing caseload allocation and monitoring performance against targets
* Driving quality and consistency across the programme to ensure best practice delivery
* Building strong relationships with employers, partners, and stakeholders to create inclusive opportunities for young people
* Using data and performance information to track progress and continuously improve the service
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and develop a countywide programme that is tackling youth unemployment and making a measurable difference in the lives of young people. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the council, health services, and community organisations to ensure the programme's success.
In return, we offer:
* Ongoing professional development and leadership training
* The chance to influence innovative employability projects across Worcestershire
We are looking for someone with experience in team management or service delivery leadership, ideally within employability, skills, youth, or community services. You should be confident in managing performance, motivating staff, and building partnerships, with a clear commitment to inclusive employment opportunities for young people.
For further information please contact:
Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.
Application Closing Date: 31 October
Anticipated Interview Date: 6 November