Overview
Grade/Salary: (Band G) £42,839 to £48,226 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Sandwell Council House, Oldbury (Hybrid)
Closing Date: 17/05/2026
Sandwell Council’s IT Division is seeking an accomplished Systems Development Manager to join its established team based in Oldbury, West Midlands. The organisation operates to a hybrid working model.
This post sits within the Application Systems team and is responsible for the support, configuration and ongoing management of third‑party business applications used across Adult Social Care.
The role is centred on application support and supplier engagement and does not involve ICT infrastructure or engineering support.
In this role you will
* Ensure the systems are managed and maintained, which includes facilitating upgrades as per supplier roadmaps
* Review the systems as required to ensure that the service makes the best use of the systems, that they meet their business requirements and support the services to use the full capabilities of the systems
* Develop the systems as required by the service areas to ensure that they continue to meet the needs of the Adult Social Care Services
* Take the lead for upgrades which includes developing robust test plans and undertaking testing
* Take on change manager / project manager role in terms of implementing new systems and enhancements to existing systems
* Such other duties as may be appropriate to achieve the objectives of the post to assist the Service Area in the fulfilment of its objectives commensurate with the post holder's salary grade, abilities and aptitudes
Attributes that you would bring to the role
* Educated to Qualification Level 5 qualification (Foundation Degree, Higher National Diploma)
* Worked on systems projects requiring a significant amount of change management
* Knowledge of operational systems issues and the impact on related performance management framework
* Understanding of how computerised systems can be used effectively to support and manage the delivery of social care services
Why Sandwell Council?
At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values‑led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough.
Interviews will take place week commencing w/c 25 May 2026.
Please submit a CV and supporting statement to binda_rana@sandwell.gov.uk
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.
EDI Statement
We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role.
If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at EDI_Team@sandwell.gov.uk.
If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV. If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact binda_rana@sandwell.gov.uk
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