Peripatetic Service Manager - Supported Living (Learning Disabilities)

Glenholme Healthcare; Stamford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Peripatetic Service Manager to oversee supported living services across Stamford and Peterborough. The successful candidate will ensure CQC compliance and provide operational support and leadership to Service Managers. This hands-on role offers ongoing training, extensive annual leave, and numerous employee benefits aimed at making a positive difference in the lives of those supported.

Benefits

Ongoing paid-for training & development

28 days annual leave

Life assurance up to £10,000

Cycle2work scheme

Company pension

Qualifications

• Experienced as a Registered Manager or Service Manager within Learning Disabilities or Supported Living settings.
• Able to work flexibly across multiple locations.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and operational oversight across multiple Supported Living services.
• Support and mentor Service Managers and Team Leaders.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards.
• Lead service improvement and development projects.

Skills

Strong understanding of CQC regulations

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate leadership

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent

Job description

As a Peripatetic Service Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining and improving standards across multiple supported living services. You'll work closely with Service Managers and Registered Managers, and local teams to ensure outstanding care, CQC compliance, and strong leadership.

This is a hands‑on, varied role, ideal for a motivated and adaptable manager who thrives on supporting others, driving quality, and ensuring every person we support lives a fulfilling and independent life.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and operational oversight across multiple Supported Living services, as and when required.
• Support and mentor Service Managers, Deputy Managers and Team Leaders to achieve outstanding care outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and Glenholme's own quality expectations.
• Lead on service improvement and development projects.
• Step in to manage services during periods of absence, transition, or change.
• Build positive relationships with families, commissioners, and external professionals.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Peripatetic Service Manager to join our Supported Living division, providing leadership support and operational support across services for adults with learning disabilities and complex needs within the Stamford and Peterborough areas.

Qualifications

• Experienced as a Registered Manager or Service Manager within Learning Disabilities or Supported Living settings.
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations and person‑centred care.
• A proactive, compassionate leader with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Able to work flexibly across multiple locations.
• Have a minimum of an NVQ Level 3, or equivalent degree/qualification in Health & Social Care, Social Work, OT, or nursing.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (travel required between services).

What We Offer

Disability Confident: A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .

At Glenholme Healthcare, our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of the people we support. We deliver high-quality, person‑centred care where kindness, respect, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

At Glenholme, we value and invest in our people. In addition to a supportive working environment and clear opportunities for professional development, you'll also benefit from:

• Ongoing paid‑for training & development, including industry‑recognised qualifications.
• 28 days annual leave (including 8 bank holidays).
• An extra day of annual leave for every year of service (up to a maximum of 5).
• Your birthday off (after successful probation period).
• Life assurance covering up to £10,000 (subject to scheme T&Cs).
• Cycle2work scheme, healthcare cash plan, and company pension.
• Automatic entry into our Employee Assistance Programme, offering support with: child and family advice, financial guidance, mental health, health, and well-being.
• Blue Light Card reimbursement.
• Employee Rewards and Recognition schemes through our Glenholme Awards.

If you're a dedicated and compassionate leader who shares our commitment to quality, kindness, and growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join Glenholme Healthcare – where your leadership truly makes a difference.