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Service Manager, NOTTINGHAM CITY COUNCIL
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Service Manager Opportunities
Children's and Education Services, Nottingham City Council
Nottingham City Council is on a significant journey of improvement, reform and transformation across Children's and Education Services.
We are redesigning services, strengthening practice and building a more connected system around children, young people and families. With a clear vision, strong leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement, this is an exciting opportunity to join us and help shape the future of services across our city.
We are now recruiting to several Service Manager positions across Children's Social Care and SEND services.
Current Opportunities
- Service Manager, Children with Disabilities
- Service Manager, Locality Team (Social Care)
- Service Manager, Emergency Duty Team (EDT)
- SEND Service Manager (Statutory Assessment and Identification)
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About The Roles
Our Service Manager roles are pivotal leadership positions, driving high quality, child centred services that improve outcomes for children, young people and families across Nottingham.
Working collaboratively with teams, partners and stakeholders, you will lead service improvement, support professional excellence and help shape inclusive and responsive services that make a real difference.
You will bring strong leadership experience, a commitment to continuous improvement and a passion for delivering positive outcomes for children and families.
Why Nottingham?
This is a pivotal moment for Children's and Education Services in Nottingham. We are investing in leadership, strengthening our services and creating the conditions for long term success.
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Our vision is simple. Every child and young person should be seen, heard and supported to thrive.
If you share our ambition and want to play a key role in shaping the future of services for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
What We Offer
- Service Manager (Grade K) Salary £56,730 - £60,125
- Flexible hybrid working
- Local Government Pension Scheme with 18.5% employer contribution
- Professional development and career progression opportunities
- A strong commitment to employee wellbeing
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Closing date: Friday 21 August 2026 at 11.59pm.
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