Suffolk County Council - Landmark House, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 5PB £46,670- £57,025 per annum (pro rata for part time) 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available Permanent We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Team Manager to lead our Learning Disability and Autism (LD and A) South Team at Suffolk County Council. Whether you're a Senior Practitioner or Social Worker ready to progress, or an established Team Manager seeking a new challenge, we want to hear from you. Your role and responsibilities Based at Landmark House in Ipswich, the Learning Disability and South Team is part of a dynamic and evolving service that puts people first. We work creatively and collaboratively to support adults with learning disabilities and autism to live fulfilling, independent lives. As Team Manager, you’ll: lead and support a dedicated team of social care professionals promote a culture of continuous learning and development ensure statutory duties are met under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Mental Health Act 1983 (2007) work closely with partners across health, advocacy, and community services. You will need a recognised Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration proven experience in Learning Disability and Autism services and multi-agency collaboration strong leadership skills and the ability to guide teams through change a commitment to risk-positive, strengths-based practice an interest in innovative approaches, including digital solutions. You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The team The Learning Disability and Autism South Team embraces a strengths-based approach, guided by the Signs of Safety and Wellbeing model. We focus on empowering individuals by building on their existing strengths, helping them achieve their goals and live more independently. Our team includes a Team Manager, Senior Practitioner, Social Workers, and Senior Independence and Wellbeing Practitioners - a group of passionate, supportive, and welcoming professionals. We currently operate a hybrid working model, offering flexibility between home and office-based work. With a collaborative and forward-thinking management team, we are deeply committed to continuous professional development. Our people are our greatest asset, and with you on board, we can continue to deliver on our mission: enabling everyone in Suffolk to live long, healthy, and fulfilling lives while safeguarding those most in need. Empowering Everyone We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report For more information Please contact Kevin John (he/him) for a casual conversation. You can reach him by calling 01473 265397 or emailing kevin.john@suffolk.gov.uk How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the below question: What would you see as the priorities in managing the Learning Disability and Autism South Team and how will you address these to make and/or maintain progression? You should use the Supporting Statement template. Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4. Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details). Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process. Closing date: 11.30pm, 24 June 2025. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. LI-Hybrid As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities. In return, you’ll enjoy: up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase training and encouragement to expand your knowledge a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation diverse and active staff networks flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day Plus lots more! If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) .