Overview
Senior Manager – Corporate Parenting and Children with Disabilities – Cumberland Council. This is a permanent, full-time role (37 hours per week) with a salary of £81,049 – £83,933 per annum. Location is negotiable; base could be Workington or Carlisle, with a requirement for visibility across both office sites.
Responsibilities
* Lead the strategic delivery of Corporate Parenting priorities for children in care, care-experienced children, and those with complex needs and disabilities.
* Direct dedicated teams to ensure high-quality, consistent practice across services; contribute to strategic planning, partnership development, and service innovation.
* Manage service delivery, budget, and partnerships; drive improvement in outcomes for children and young people.
Qualifications
* A recognised social work qualification (Honours Degree or equivalent).
* Honours Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
* Extensive experience in statutory children’s services.
* Proven leadership in managing services, budgets, and partnerships.
* A commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.
Additional Information
* DBS check: Enhanced DBS with Children’s and Adults Barred List checks required.
* Role involves working in regulated activity with children; unsupervised roles require barred status.
* Guaranteed interview scheme available for eligible applicants (disability, care leavers aged 24 and under, Armed Forces veterans).
* Diversity, inclusion & adjustments: Cumberland Council is a Disability Confident and Age Friendly Employer; reasonable adjustments available on request.
* Application materials: please upload a covering letter and CV.
* Closing date: 19 October 2025; Interview date: 30 October 2025. The role may close early depending on demand.
Contact
For more information or to arrange an informal chat, contact Philippa Holmes (Assistant Director – Children’s Social Care) at Philippa.Holmes@cumberland.gov.uk.
Employer Information
* Our Careers site: information on Staff Benefits, Candidate Support, and Cumberland Council.
* Employer type: Government Administration.
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Note
This description is for the Senior Manager – Corporate Parenting and Children with Disabilities role at Cumberland Council and reflects the information provided in the job posting.
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