Team Manager (Redeployment 22105)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX
• Salary: 48163 - 58850 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

Were focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk. How By listening to our people learning from what they say and creating a culture of mutual respect where everyone works together to achieve great things. As a Team Managerin the Transitions team youll be as keen to collaborate and build a bright future as we are. So to make a positive impact connect with us and connect with a fantastic career.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

Our Transitions Team is part of a dynamic and evolving service that puts people first. We work creatively and collaboratively to support young people progressing to adulthood to live fulfilling independent lives.

As Team Manager you will:

• 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 childrens services health advocacy and community services.
• Enhance team practice to deliver collaborative responses providing the right information advice and enablement to young people to support them in achieving their outcomes in life.

You will need

• A relevant professional qualification and/or current and valid registration with Social Work England.
• Proven experience in Mental Health Learning Disability and Autism services and multiagency collaboration including the ability to interface between children adult educational health and community services.
• 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 (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

Our Transitions team supports young people with functional mental health conditions learning disabilities and/or autism as they move into adulthood. Using a strengthsbased approach and the Signs of Safety and Wellbeing model we help individuals build confidence independence and achieve their goals.

You will join a friendly multidisciplinary team based at Constantine and Endeavour House in Ipswich working countywide within a flexible hybrid model. As part of the Mental Health Learning Disability and Autism Service youll contribute to strengthsbased assessments identify young people who may need support and work closely with carers and support networks.

We work primarily under the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005 with awareness of relevant Childrens and Adult legislation. The service has a strong supportive culture and a commitment to continuous professional development.

For more information

Please contact Kevin John (he/him) for an informal discussion. You can reach him by emailing or calling

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word)

Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details) and a supporting statement answering the following question:

What would you see as the top three priorities for the Transitions pathway across Suffolk and where would you see your role within these priorities

• 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.

Please note: Without a supporting statement your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at or.

You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages. If youre invited to the next stage youll have another chance to request adjustments.

Closing date:11.30pm 23 February 2026.

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