Care Support Manager

Crooton; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking a Support Manager for their Learning Disability Service in Accrington, Lancashire. This role involves leadership, management, and ensuring quality support delivery. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 Health & Social Care qualification and experience in supporting people with learning disabilities. The position offers a competitive salary up to £36,339.97. Apply now and join a dedicated team making a real difference.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting people with learning disabilities.
• Experience leading teams and managing service delivery in a regulated care setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and care regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage several teams to ensure quality support delivery.
• Cultivate an inclusive culture ensuring compliance with standards.
• Establish trusted relationships with stakeholders to drive positive outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Knowledge of care regulations

Experience supporting people with learning disabilities

Confidence in using digital systems

Flexibility to travel

Education

Level 4 Health & Social Care qualification

Tools

Excel

Care planning software

Job description

Support Manager (Learning Disability Service)

Location:Accrington, Lancashire

Salary:Up to £36,339.97

The role

You will be responsible for leading and managing several teams within a specific area, ensuring quality support is delivered to people which meets their needs and preferences along with complying with regulatory, contractual, legislative and organisational requirements. Implementing person-centred support that improves the outcomes for people we support while ensuring people are in control of their lives.

This is a permanent, full-time role (39 hours per week).

About you

As the Support Manager, you will be responsible for the overallleadership, management, and performanceof several teams within a specific area.

• Lead Teams:Cultivate an inclusive and transparent culture, ensuring robust compliance with regulatory, contractual, and organizational standards.
• Drive Growth:Lead teams to support the professional growth and development of staff.
• Build Relationships:Establish trusted relationships with people supported, their friends and family, local authorities, central support teams, and healthcare professionals to drive positive outcomes.

What You’ll Bring

We\'re looking for a candidate who is passionate about quality care and leadership:

• Level 4 Health & Social Care qualification (or SCQF Level 9 in Scotland), or willingness to work toward it.
• Proven experience supporting people with learning disabilities.
• Experience leading teams and managing service delivery in a regulated care setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and care regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Confidence in using digital systems (e.g. Excel, care planning software).
• Flexibility to travel locally and work across multiple locations.

All posts are subject to DBS checks. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; you must declare all convictions or cautions, including those that would otherwise be spent.

If you\'re ready to lead by example, create positive change, and contribute to a thriving, supportive environment, we would love to hear from you! Please apply now to join our dedicated team and make a real difference.

We are an equal opportunities employer that promotes diversity within our workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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