Inspiring Cluster Manager: Lead Two Registered Services

The Kent Autistic Trust; Ashford; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

The Kent Autistic Trust in Ashford is seeking a Cluster Manager to lead two registered services and drive high-quality, person-centred support. You will work closely with the Head of Operations to uphold service quality, regulatory compliance and safeguarding.

This hands-on leadership role is community-facing, requiring visibility in services, coaching and developing Assistant Managers, managing budgets and staffing, and building strong relationships with families, professionals and

Qualifications

• Experience leading two registered services.
• Strong people leadership and coaching skills.
• Ability to drive quality and compliance across services.

Responsibilities

• Lead two Registered Services to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred support.
• Create a positive, accountable and inclusive culture across the cluster.
• Support, mentor and develop Assistant Managers and leadership talent.
• Drive continuous quality improvement and service excellence.
• Maintain CQC compliance and inspection readiness.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Two-site management

Budgeting

Relationship building

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

Job description

The Kent Autistic Trust in Ashford is seeking a Cluster Manager to lead two registered services and drive high-quality, person-centred support. You will work closely with the Head of Operations to uphold service quality, regulatory compliance and safeguarding.

This hands-on leadership role is community-facing, requiring visibility in services, coaching and developing Assistant Managers, managing budgets and staffing, and building strong relationships with families, professionals and