Peripatetic Learning Disability & Mental Health Lead

Orchid Healthcare Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchid Healthcare Ltd seeks a Peripatetic Support Manager to lead learning disability services across Essex and London. The role covers 37.5 hours per week and requires a proven Registered Manager/Service Manager background with strong CQC knowledge, and a driver’s licence.

The successful candidate will provide operational leadership, support and intervention across multiple services, ensuring high standards of care and governance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Registered/Service Manager in learning disability services.
• Must hold RMA / NVQ5 or equivalent.
• Must be a car driver.
• Strong working knowledge of CQC guidelines and regulations.
• Passion for mental health care.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert operational leadership across learning disability services.
• Coordinate and support service managers across Essex and London.
• Maintain and monitor residents' health and welfare.
• Ensure CQC National Minimum Standards are met and promote safe, person-centred care.
• Lead risk and performance analyses and coach staff.

Skills

Registered Manager background

CQC knowledge

Driver

Education

RMA / NVQ5 or equivalent

Job description

Orchid Healthcare Ltd seeks a Peripatetic Support Manager to lead learning disability services across Essex and London. The role covers 37.5 hours per week and requires a proven Registered Manager/Service Manager background with strong CQC knowledge, and a driver’s licence.

The successful candidate will provide operational leadership, support and intervention across multiple services, ensuring high standards of care and governance.