Who You Are You are a highly skilled Service Manager who prioritizes safeguarding and places service users at the heart of practice. With a deep understanding of statutory duties, you lead multidisciplinary teams effectively, driving improvements and ensuring services are delivered safely and efficiently. You are a leader who can provide expert advice and reflective supervision, fostering a culture of learning and improvement. What the Job Involves As a Service Manager, you will ensure compliance with statutory obligations and lead improvements for optimal outcomes. You will oversee operations, manage budgets, and supervise a multidisciplinary team. Your role involves interpreting policies, managing service level budgets, and ensuring effective day-to-day service delivery. You will identify opportunities for operational improvement, lead projects, manage risks, and develop a culture of excellence and learning within the team. Skills Professional qualification with regulatory registration Management of multidisciplinary teams Expertise in multi-agency working Leadership in diverse professional networks Strong communication and negotiation skills Proficient in social care IT systems Organizational and planning capabilities Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures Advanced understanding of relevant legislation Performance management experience Ability to manage pressure and conflict Compliance with strategic planning and policy development