Job Description

Job Introduction

From 1 December 2025,

our updated Pay and Reward package will take effect, introducing a new approach to recognising and rewarding roles across the Council. As part of this change, the salary for this role will be adjusted to a pay range of 31,537 to 36,363 (pro-rata for part time)



We're looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward-thinking team.



You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure



An exciting opportunity has arisen for a duty care manager to join our busy team within the Integrated Learning Disability Team who work across Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole (BCP) locality. We have full-time roles available.

Do you have NVQ II in social care? Are you looking for your next career opportunity?


We are a supportive and collaborative Integrated team. We celebrate and share good practice and will give you the training and development you need to excel. We are committed to supporting your continual professional development. We prioritise support, learning, development, and wellbeing across our workforce with a strengths-based approach.


We offer hybrid and flexible working that supports a healthy work-life balance.


You'll find a challenging and highly rewarding career with us, where you'll have every opportunity to make a positive difference to people's lives.


An opportunity to learn and expand your knowledge when working with adults and young people with a Learning Disability.

What we're looking for:

Applicants must have recent experience of working in a social care setting that involves direct contact with members of the public, and ideally an NVQ II. If you are dedicated and passionate about ensuring people with a learning disability live the best possible lives this may be the opportunity for you. You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, advocating for adults to assist them to achieve their outcomes, including signposting and providing information and guidance.

What you can expect to be doing:

You will be undertaking work focusing on the needs of BCP residents over the age of 18.


You will support Carers and undertake work with Carers and identify the impact this is having on their lives.


When you join this team, you will be working across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole, and will be based at Hillcrest BH10 4EU 2 days per week, with the ability to work flexibly across locations in the BCP area combined along with home working.


You will support and enable people to minimise dependence and maximise independence through strength based, self-directed support, commissioning, monitoring, and reviewing to meet the individuals' assessed needs.


You will be responsible for a workload which will entail visiting BCP residents within various settings. You need to hold a UK driving licence, and have access to a vehicle.

Our Team:

We are a community-based team that supports adults across Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole. As an integrated team we have colleagues from a variety of professions, all working towards the same goal to maximise independence and enable people to lead the best life they can.


The team has a range of social care experience including Qualified Social Workers, newly qualified ASYE Social Workers and experienced unqualified Social Care staff.


For an informal discussion please contact, Jane Pearce, Annette Ivey and Emma Spicer, on 01202 611880.


Interviews to be held on Thursday 11th December in person at Hillcrest, Slades Farm Road, BH10 4EU.

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

Our Benefits

A Place to Thrive - Join BCP Council


At BCP Council, we're not just building a workforce--

we're transforming how we recognise and reward our people.

From 1 December 2025

, we're proud to introduce a new Pay and Reward package, shaped through close collaboration with our trade union partners. This marks a significant step forward in how we recognise and reward our colleagues, reflecting our commitment to creating a modern, inclusive, and supportive workplace.


Our enhanced offer includes fair and transparent pay, modernised terms and conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain talented individuals. Whether it's flexible working, wellbeing support, or opportunities for career progression, our new approach puts people first- we're excited to welcome new colleagues into a Council that's evolving to meet the needs of both our workforce and our communities.


Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at (Employee benefits | Working for BCP link to careers page)

Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you


More About us | Working for BCP

DBS

BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the or Role Profile for more details.