Learning Disabilities Support Manager

Sunderland Home Care Associates Ltd.; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 34,650 - 42,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

5.6 weeks paid holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Extra holiday scheme

Flexibility in hours

Job summary

Sunderland Home Care Associates Ltd. is looking for a Learning Disability Support Manager to manage supported living services and lead a team in Sunderland. You will play a vital role in promoting independence for the individuals we support and will be expected to work flexibly and be part of an on-call rota.

The position offers a competitive salary of £38,500, free company shares, a pension scheme, and multiple benefits that emphasize a people-first approach.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of senior management experience within an LD service.
• Good knowledge of CQC standards and safeguarding.
• Suitable current UK driving licence and access to your own transport.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the daily operation of allocated supported living services.
• Support your staff teams and manage other colleagues.
• Participate in an on-call rota shared between managers.

Skills

Senior management experience

Leadership skills

Team development skills

Knowledge of CQC standards

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 4/5 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

We are looking for a Learning Disability Support Manager to work in our Learning Disability service. You will be part of a strong team supporting people living in their own home to live a happy and fulfilling life. You can make a positive difference to the people we support every day and always promote their independence.

Salary & Benefits

£38,500 annual salary. Other benefits include free shares in the company, eligibility for staff bonuses, pension scheme, extra holidays for long serving staff, and working for a company that values people above profit.

The Company

Sunderland Home Care Associates 20/20 Ltd is an award-winning fully employee-owned company with the ethos of ‘People Before Profit’.

The Role

You will be one of 4 Support Managers within our large Independent Futures Learning Disability Team. You will take full responsibility for the daily operation of your allocated supported living services and support your staff teams and other colleagues. You will be supported by and work as directed by our Registered Manager in the daily running and management of the services. You will be contracted for 150 hours over every 4‑week pay period. You must be able to work flexibly to ensure our services are operationally protected. You will also be part of an on‑call rota that will be shared between the managers; we work closely with you to ensure a good work‑life balance.

Experience & Qualifications

• At least 2 years of senior management experience within an LD service, including significant experience of managing a large team.
• Level 4/5 Diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Suitable current UK driving licence and access to your own transport.
• Good knowledge of CQC standards and safeguarding.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Free onsite parking
• Free company shares
• 5.6 weeks paid holidays plus extra holiday scheme
• Working for a company that values people above profit.
• Flexibility in hours to be worked across the week to ensure safe running of services.
• Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Location

You will be based at Enterprise House in North Hylton Road, Sunderland SR5 3AD, however you will also be carrying out a significant amount of field work in the Sunderland area.