Blue Badge Assessment Team Leader

Working Hours

35 Hours Per Week

Time‑Limited, 12 Months, Full‑Time

27 February 2026

11.59pm

In Person

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. The Legal Right to Work documentation needs to cover the period of the apprenticeship programme.

• Occupational Therapy qualification or Physio or a registered nurse
• Registration – HCPC or Nursing equivalent
• 2 References – where possible we require 3 years' history
• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance – this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.
  
  We have a policy on the Employment of Ex‑Offenders and it is available upon request.
• Casual Car Documentation – the successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation.
  
  You will receive an allowance per mile of business use.

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

The role holder will manage a team of Blue Badge Assessors, providing professional consultation, support and guidance for team members and colleagues to assist in decision making, assist with the triaging of applications and approve specific decisions in the management of cases and appeals.

Please contact Sarah Harris OT Team Manager for any questions or queries.

We are looking for a passionate, dynamic and enthusiastic individual who lives the Manchester Values and wants to put the needs of our disabled children and adults at the heart of everything they do. We need someone with excellent communication skills and who is empathetic. Excellent time management skills required and the ability to work under pressure and can manage deadlines and targets.

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester Is Our Vision For a Fairer, Greener, And Healthier City – a Vision Shaped By The People Of Manchester. It Guides Everything We Do At The Council And Is Brought To Life Through The Our Manchester Behaviours.

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

• Generous holiday allowance – Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension – You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three‑times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave – Take advantage of our enhanced family leave…