Team Manager; Neighbourhood Communities Early | Pendle

Team Manager (Neighbourhood Communities)

Salary £44,711 – £49,764 Per Annum. Permanent, Full Time, 37 Hours Per Week. Early Help – Pendle.

International Sponsorship: this role is not open to international sponsorship.

Location:

Pendle.

We are seeking a Team Manager to lead frontline delivery within our Early Help Service.

• Lead a team of professionals delivering early help services across one of Lancashire’s geographical areas.
• Ensure timely, high-quality support for children, young people, and families.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery.
• Work collaboratively with multi‑agency partners to achieve positive outcomes.

• Neighbourhood/Community‑based early help.

• A Level 6 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Proven experience in supervising staff, managing resources, and delivering service plans.
• Strong knowledge of early help frameworks, thresholds, and multi‑agency working.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and leadership skills.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and the values of Lancashire County Council.

• Be part of a supportive, innovative, and collaborative team.
• Help shape services that put children and families at the heart of everything we do.
• Access to professional development and career progression.
• Flexible working arrangements and essential car user allowance.

Shortlisting Date: 3rd February 2026.
Interview Date: 10th February 2026.

For further information or an informal conversation, please contact Gemma Waterhouse on .

Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.