Learning Disabilities Service Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Caddington; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd seeks an experienced Care Home Manager or Learning Disabilities Service Manager for a learning disabilities and autism service in Luton. You will be the CQC-registered manager delivering safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led care.

Leading a skilled team, you will drive person-centred care planning, ensure regulatory compliance, manage audits and budgets, and participate in on-call duties to maintain service excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience as Learning Disabilities Service Manager, Registered Care Home Manager, or Learning Disabilities Care Home Manager.
• Strong understanding of complex needs, behaviours and person-centred care.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards).
• Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations and safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership as the Registered Care Home Manager.
• Manage a committed team of care staff and support workers.
• Oversee personalised, person-centred care planning and delivery.
• Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and care regulations.
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and quality assurance checks.
• Lead staff recruitment, onboarding, and professional development.
• Maintain positive relationships with families and external professionals.
• Manage budgets, resources, and medication systems.
• Participate in the on-call rota as required.

Skills

Leadership

CQC regulations

Safeguarding

People management

Care planning

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care

Job description

Care Home Manager / Learning Disabilities Service Manager – Learning Disabilities & Autism (CQC Registered)

Location: Luton

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Are you an experienced Registered Care Home Manager or Learning Disabilities Service Manager passionate about making a difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism? This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected care provider in Luton as a Learning Disabilities Care Home Manager, leading a person‑centred residential service registered with the CQC.

We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Registered Care Home Manager to lead a skilled team and deliver outstanding care for individuals with complex needs. If you're a strong leader with a passion for quality care and regulatory compliance, we want to hear from you.

About the Role – Learning Disabilities Service Manager

As a Learning Disabilities Care Home Manager, you will oversee the day‑to‑day operations of a residential care homes that support adults with learning disabilities and autism. You will be the CQC‑registered manager, ensuring the service is safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well‑led.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership as the Registered Care Home Manager


• Manage a committed team of care staff and support workers


• Oversee personalised, person‑centred care planning and delivery


• Ensure full compliance with CQC standards and care regulations


• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and quality assurance checks


• Lead staff recruitment, onboarding, and professional development


• Maintain positive relationships with families and external professionals


• Manage budgets, resources, and medication systems


• Participate in the on‑call rota as required

Who We’re Looking For – Ideal Candidate

• Experienced Learning Disabilities Service Manager, Registered Care Home Manager, or Learning Disabilities Care Home Manager


• Proven ability to manage services for individuals with learning disabilities and autism


• Strong understanding of complex needs, behaviours, and person‑centred care


• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards)


• Excellent knowledge of CQC regulations and safeguarding procedures


• Confident, organised, and compassionate leader

Why Join Us?

• Take the next step in your career as a Registered Care Home Manager


• Be part of a purpose‑driven organisation that values high‑quality care


• Join a supportive senior leadership team and collaborative work culture


• Benefit from ongoing professional development and structured training

If you are a passionate and experienced Learning Disabilities Service Manager or Learning Disabilities Care Home Manager, ready to lead a service that truly changes lives, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become a transformational leader in learning disabilities care.