Practice Manager

East Sussex County Council

. Lead the Eastbourne Neighbourhood Support Team supporting adults aged 18 and over .

Posted 11/9/2026part-timeEastbourne • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £52,243 - £56,737 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Adult Social Care practice, providing leadership and support to staff while ensuring compliance with health and social care legislation and safeguarding standards. Capable of promoting independence and wellbeing through person-centred outcomes and effective service delivery.

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Adult Social Care PracticeStrengths-Based LeadershipHealth and Social Care LegislationStaff Development and SupportEnhanced DBS Check

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Hard Skills

Social Work QualificationManagement QualificationPerformance MonitoringQuality Standards MaintenanceStatutory Responsibilities Management

Soft Skills

Motivational LeadershipInclusive LeadershipChange Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Teams

Certifications & Qualifications

Enhanced DBS CheckOverseas Police Check

Industry Keywords

Adult Safeguarding DutiesPerson-Centred OutcomesService DevelopmentWellbeing Promotion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Eastbourne Neighbourhood Support Team supporting adults aged 18 and over
Support young people transitioning into Adult Social Care and older adults with physical and mental health needs
Provide leadership, oversight and professional support to staff
Promote independence, wellbeing and person-centred outcomes
Manage staff and resources
Monitor performance and maintain quality standards
Ensure statutory responsibilities, including adult safeguarding duties, are delivered
Shape practice and service delivery during service development and change
Attend interviews in person at St Mary's House, Eastbourne, or via Microsoft Teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Hold a recognised social work or relevant management qualification
Substantial experience in Adult Social Care practice
Strengths-based and inclusive leadership
Knowledge of health and social care legislation and safeguarding
Ability to motivate, develop and support staff through change
Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Service
Evidence of an overseas police check if lived or worked abroad
Work sponsorship eligibility where applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular supervision
Ongoing professional development
Strong operational support
Vocational training through apprenticeships, from entry-level to degree-level qualifications
Reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process
Alternative application formats and interview arrangements where required
Opportunity to develop leadership career