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Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Burgess Hill; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave options

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance and pension scheme

Travel across South of England

Job summary

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking a Peripatetic Service Manager to lead across a portfolio of CQC-registered specialist homes and supported living services in the South of England. The role requires a valid UK NMC pin, Level 5 Health and Social Care Leadership & Management Diploma (or equivalent), and proven experience in brain injury and complex needs care.

You will oversee operations, budgeting, staff development, and regulatory compliance with regular travel across the region.

Qualifications

• Valid UK NMC Pin and active nursing qualification.
• Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Leadership & Management (or equivalent).
• Proven experience managing CQC-registered services, supported living, or specialist care homes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple CQC-registered services and specialist homes, ensuring outstanding person-centred care
• Provide hands‑on support, mentorship, and development to home managers across your area
• Oversee daily operations, staffing, performance management, and regulatory compliance
• Manage budgets and financial systems to support effective service delivery
• Develop and review care plans for adults with complex needs and acquired brain injuries
• Coach and mentor staff to build positive, inclusive, and high‑performing teams

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Budget management

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Leadership & Management

Job description

Peripatetic Service Manager – Brain Injury & Complex Needs | Up to £54,000 + Benefits | South of England

Our client is a leading provider of specialist care for adults with brain injuries and complex needs, operating multiple CQC-registered services across the South of England. They are looking for an experienced Peripatetic Home Manager to provide operational leadership across a portfolio of specialist supported living services and care homes in the region.

This is a senior health and social care management role offering a salary of up to £54,000 per year, with genuine scope to shape and develop high-quality services. Regular travel across the South of England is required.

What We're Looking For:

• Valid UK NMC Pin and active nursing qualification
• Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Leadership & Management (or equivalent)
• Proven experience managing CQC-registered services, supported living, or specialist care homes
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to person-centred care for adults with complex needs and brain injuries
• Sound knowledge of CQC regulations, health and social care legislation, and best practice
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the Southof England

Perks, Benefits & Reasons to Join:

• Salary up to £54,000 per annum
• Generous annual leave with buy and sell options
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Life assurance and workplace pension scheme
• Long service recognition awards
• Onsite parking
• A supportive organisation where you can genuinely lead, develop, and influence specialist services

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple CQC-registered services and specialist homes, ensuring outstanding person-centred care
• Provide hands‑on support, mentorship, and development to home managers across your area
• Oversee daily operations, staffing, performance management, and regulatory compliance
• Manage budgets and financial systems to support effective service delivery
• Develop and review care plans for adults with complex needs and acquired brain injuries
• Coach and mentor staff to build positive, inclusive, and high‑performing teams

Ready to take on a rewarding peripatetic leadership role in specialist adult social care?

All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, right-to-work verification, and relevant checks.