INTERNAL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY VIA OPPORTUNITY MARKETPLACE AND COMPLETE THEIR SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS EITHER VIA THE ME TAB ON FUSION PRIOR TO STARTING THE APPLICATION FORM OR BY CLICKING ON THE LINK AS PART OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS IN THE SECTION OF THE FORM TITLED “REVIEW SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS”. Hours: 17.5 hours per week Vacancy: Permanent Work Pattern: Week 1 - Wednesday, Thursday 8.45am - 4.45pm, Friday 8.45am - 4.15pm Week 2 - Thursday 8.45am - 4.45pm, Friday 8.45am - 4.15pm Salary: Grade 4 level 2 - 5, £26,461 - £28,942 View the Operations">https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/downloads/file/17092/swrk_-_operati… manager job profile An exciting opportunity has arisen within South Lanarkshire Adult & Older People Services within the Hamilton Locality for an Operation’s Manager post. This post will support the operational and strategic functions of Adult Services. This offers a unique opportunity to develop their skills within this role. The recently developed Operations Manager will undertake a key leadership role, being responsible for the management, delivery, and development of their service. They will have direct line management responsibility of front-line staff and will report directly to the Fieldwork Manager. Further information on roles and responsibilities can be found in the attached Job Profile. Applicants must be a qualified Social Worker and Council Officer, preferably within a Senior Practitioner role and the applicant must have adequate experience within their social work role. They must also have a knowledge and understanding of Assessment, Self-Directed Support, Risk assessment and associated legislation underpinning social work practice. Applicant must also demonstrate the ability to manage staff. If you are interested in the post, please contact ali.jasharaj@southlanarkshire.gov.uk ">mailto:ali.jasharaj@southlanarkshire.gov.uk"> ali.jasharaj@south… ; for an informal discussion. Formal interviews will take place within the Hamilton Locality. When completing the application process please ensure that you cover the following areas: What is your understanding of the main challenges faced by South Lanarkshire UHSCP at present and how would you address them as an Operations Manager. Can you provide an example where you have used your leadership skills to manage a difficult situation, what approach did you take and what was the outcome. Please note we do not accept CVs, any submitted will be disregarded. If you require to submit additional information to support your application, please upload this under supporting documents. Please apply online - All correspondence will be via your email address. Preferred candidates identified after the selection event process will be required to assist the recruitment team, if need be, to ensure timely completion of recruitment checks. If recruitment checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale you may automatically be withdrawn from this position. Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire's Council directly or indirectly in connection with any appointment within the Council shall disqualify the applicant. Legislative Information This post is excepted in terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003. This post is considered a Regulated role, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children and/or adults. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made. Please refer to https://apc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.di…> http://www.disclosurescotland.co.uk for further information about the disclosure process and best practice. Foreign Police Check Candidates should be able to detail any gaps in employment and provide a foreign police check where applicable for any periods living or working abroad. Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from all members of the community. As a user of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum competency/behaviour requirements for the position. South Lanarkshire Council is committed to providing support to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families which is set out in the Armed Forces Community Covenant. Veterans are guaranteed an interview who meet the minimum requirements for the position. As an employee of South Lanarkshire Council you would also receive a wide range of benefits including: Enrolment in award winning local government pension scheme To increase the value of their pension pot, Local Government Employees can opt to join the Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme. Up to 33 days annual leave Public holiday entitlement (up to 10 days) Occupational sick pay Family friendly policies - flexible working and leave, maternity/paternity leave enhanced leave. Employee Discounts – including discounts at the cinema. Range of benefits to support you (Cycle to Work Scheme, Physiotherapy, Employee Assistance Program which offers practical and emotional support) https://ars2.equest.com/?response_id=241fbf619133ec5c100c382ca958f5bb&v… ; alt=" " width="1" height="1"/>