Nurse Supported Living Manager

Pivotal People Resourcing Solutions Ltd; Lancing; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected provider in adult care is seeking a Clinical Manager/Nurse to lead a supported living service in Lancing. This role emphasizes clinical governance, operational leadership, and team development. Candidates should possess an NMC registration and relevant management experience in complex care. The position offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and generous leave, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Top percentile pay rate

Generous 31 days' holiday

Life insurance

Private medical cover

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in Supported Living or Complex Care.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and CQC regulations.
• Full UK driving license and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential clinical oversight for supported living services.
• Ensure high standards of service delivery across sites.
• Lead on CQC compliance and continuous service improvement.

Skills

Clinical Governance

Leadership

Team Development

Stakeholder Relations

Education

NMC-registered Nurse (RGN/RNLD/RMN)

Job description

Job Role: Clinical Manager / Nurse - Specialist Supported Living

Location: Lancing, BN15, West Sussex, UK

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum DOE + Annual Bonus

Contract: Full-time, Permanent (40 hours, Monday–Friday, plus on‑call rota)

Exclusive Partner: Pivotal People

The Role: Clinical Leadership in Adult Specialist Care

This is an exceptional Clinical Leadership opportunity for an ambitious Nurse or clinical professional to fully own and manage a high‑quality supported living service. You will oversee two single‑occupancy sites in Lancing, supporting adults with complex needs, including Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Epilepsy.

Key Highlights

• Clinical Focus: This is a supernumerary role, dedicated entirely to leading, mentoring, and developing the service, not filling staff rotas.
• Influence & Quality: Drive CQC excellence and maintain a truly “bespoke” model of person‑centred care from day one.
• Career Pathway: Offers a defined route into broader Clinical Leadership and potential Registered Manager status as the provider expands across Sussex and Hampshire.

The Organisation

Values‑Driven & People‑Focused Our client is a highly respected, privately owned provider committed to being an employer of choice. Their ethos is built on investment in people and delivering ‘Bespoke’ truly tailored care.

• Support Structure: Benefit from hands‑on senior management and robust support from dedicated on‑site teams and Head Office base in Sussex.
• Commitment to Excellence: The organisation continually invests in training, clinical quality, and values its leaders.

Your Mission: Operational & Clinical Governance

As the Supported Living Manager, you will serve as both the operational lead and the Clinical Anchor for both sites.

Core Responsibilities

• Clinical Governance: Provide essential clinical oversight, driving high standards in protocols, competency, and training across specialist services.
• Operational Leadership: Ensure the safe, effective, and truly person‑centred support is delivered consistently across both sites.
• CQC & Quality: Lead on CQC compliance (Single Assessment Framework), audits, action plans, and continuous service improvement.
• Stakeholder Relations: Build strong relationships with residents, families, MDTs, commissioners, and community partners.
• Team Development: Lead, coach, and mentor your on‑site teams, supported by a Deputy Manager.

Essential Criteria required from you

We are seeking a proactive, values‑led leader with a passion for complex care:

• Clinical Qualification: NMC‑registered Nurse (RGN/RNLD/RMN) with a live PIN. (Strong non‑nursing clinical backgrounds with relevant complex care management experience will be considered.)
• Management Experience: Proven leadership/management experience in Supported Living, Community LD/Autism, or Complex Care.
• Regulatory Expertise: Deep understanding of safeguarding and CQC regulations (Single Assessment Framework).
• Mobility: Full UK driving licence and own vehicle are essential for site travel and community engagement.
• Desirable: Familiarity with Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) models.

Rewards & Benefits

• Compensation: Top percentile pay rate for this role – salary plus a discretionary annual bonus.
• Time Off: Generous 31 days’ annual holiday (including Bank Holidays).
• Security: Life insurance and access to private medical cover post‑probation.
• Development: Structured induction, ongoing CPD, and a clear, defined progression pathway into broader Clinical Leadership.
• Financial: Company contributory pension scheme.

Ready to take the next step?

This is an exclusive opportunity. Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis. Contact our exclusive recruitment partner, Pivotal People, to apply or discuss the role in confidence. Questions? Call 01903 963805.