Supported Living Manager

Walsingham Support; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Walsingham Support is seeking a Manager to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities. You will lead a team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care, ensuring compliance and fostering positive relationships within the community. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Double pay on bank holidays

Pension contributions

Career development support

Life assurance of three times your salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and professional development opportunities

£250 recommend a friend bonus

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a similar social care role.
• Strong leadership and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading, managing, and developing support staff.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
• Overseeing care plans and risk assessments tailored to residents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Management

Understanding of Autism

Education

Qualification in Health & Social Care

Job description

Manager

Work with Walsingham and make a real difference to people's lives

Walsingham Support has been operating across England and Wales since 1986. We enhance the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, and other complex needs. We're different because we pride ourselves on putting the people we support at the centre of everything we do. We do this by delivering tailored support for each individual.

As a valued team member, you will help deliver quality-of-life improvements for people with disabilities, supporting them to reach their full potential. As a Manager, you will ensure that Walsingham Support's care remains high quality and person-centred, tailored to individual needs and lifestyles. Managers ensure a well-maintained environment and oversee care plans, providing assistance with daily living tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, emotional support, social interaction, and community activities.

We care about our staff and offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• Favourable working hours, including part-time and bank positions.
• 28 days annual leave, increasing with service length.
• Double pay on bank holidays.
• Pension contributions.
• Support for career development and professional qualifications through apprenticeships.
• Life assurance of three times your salary.
• Bereavement helpline.
• Employee Assistance Programme via HealthAssured.
• Walsingham Rewards Scheme with discounts.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Long service awards.
• £250 recommend a friend bonus.
• Blue Light Card savings.

Our interview process is transparent and supportive. We provide interview questions in advance to help you prepare. This role involves building genuine relationships with those you support and your team.

Supported Living Manager Responsibilities

• Leading, managing, and developing support staff.
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
• Overseeing care plans and risk assessments tailored to residents.
• Building relationships with residents, families, and stakeholders.
• Managing budgets and resources efficiently.
• Promoting a positive, inclusive environment respecting diversity and choices.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing leadership, support, and motivation to staff through supervision, appraisals, and training.
• Maintaining high standards of care and compliance with CQC regulations.
• Developing personalized care plans reflecting residents’ needs and preferences.
• Fostering effective communication within the team and with external parties.
• Ensuring safeguarding policies are implemented effectively.
• Overseeing financial management, including budgeting and resource allocation.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• At least 1 year of experience in a similar social care role.
• Relevant qualification in Health & Social Care.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Understanding of autism, mental health, and learning disabilities.
• Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in supported living environments.
• Knowledge of CQC standards and staff training experience.

Why Work for Us

Working at Walsingham Support offers fulfilling and rewarding experiences, including:

• A sense of purpose and contribution to improving lives.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Emotional rewards from making a positive impact.
• Alignment with personal values supporting social care.