Registered Supported Living Manager

Amber Mace; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive living service provider is seeking an experienced Supported Living Manager to oversee daily operations in Sandwich, Kent. This role involves managing a team and ensuring high-quality support for individuals with autism and learning disabilities. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 qualification in Health and Social Care and proven leadership skills. This full-time position offers a salary of £38,000 per annum with a permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Experience in supported living services is essential.
• Confident leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• A flexible, proactive and compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the supported living service in line with organisational values.
• Lead, supervise and support a team of support workers.
• Develop person-centred support plans and risk assessments tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of autism

Education

Minimum Level 4 qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Supported Living Manager
Location: Sandwich, Kent
Salary: £38,000 per annum
Hours: Full Time - 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

Claire at Amber Mace is recruiting for a passionate and experienced Supported Living Manager to lead and manage a supported living service in Sandwich, Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity for an established manager or an experienced senior support worker/team leader looking to take the next step in their career.

You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring high-quality care and support is provided to adults with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs. This is a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference to people’s lives, promoting independence, dignity, and choice.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the supported living service in line with organisational values and regulatory standards.
• Lead, supervise and support a team of support workers, ensuring effective training, development and performance.
• Develop person-centred support plans and risk assessments tailored to individual needs and aspirations.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards, health and safety, safeguarding, and company policies.
• Maintain strong relationships with families, healthcare professionals and external stakeholders.
• Monitor service quality and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage staffing rotas and resources effectively within budget.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 4 qualification in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
• Experience in supported living services is essential.
• Strong understanding of autism, learning disabilities, and person-centred support.
• Confident leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A flexible, proactive and compassionate approach.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable.

Desirable

• Prior management experience in a similar setting is ideal, but we are open to applicants ready to step up into a management role, provided you have the right experience and attitude.

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If you're looking for a meaningful leadership opportunity where you can help shape and grow a high-quality supported living service, we'd love to hear from you.

For further details, please call Claire at Amber Mace on (phone number removed) or email your cv to (url removed)