Residential Service Manager

Care Visions Group; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Childcare vouchers

Care Visions Lifestyle Platform

Credit Union

Sick Pay Insurance Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Care Visions Group in Lockerbie is seeking a Residential Service Manager to lead a dedicated staff team delivering trauma‑informed care for young people. You will champion high standards of practice within a supportive, collaborative cluster and help strengthen outcomes across services.

The role is full‑time, 37 hours per week, with an on‑call rota and travel across the South cluster. Successful candidates will have at least two years of residential care or leadership experience, professional

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in Residential Child Care or a relevant management/leadership role.
• Professional qualifications in Social Work/Social Care; SVQ Level 9/SCQF 9 or SVQ Leadership and Management for Care Services at SCQF 10 (desirable).
• Collaborative approach with multiagency professionals.
• Flexibility to participate in the on‑call rota.
• A full driving licence due to the travel requirements of the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a committed staff team within a nurturing, caring and relational culture, championing high standards of practice.
• Ensure children receive exceptional, trauma‑informed support.
• Be part of a connected cluster with peer support, sharing expertise and collaborative leadership.
• Provide on‑call duty management and weekend coverage as part of a group of managers.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

On‑call flexibility

Driving licence

Education

Social Work / Social Care qualification

SVQ Leadership & Management (desirable)

Job description

Residential Service Manager

Lockerbie, Dumfries and Galloway

£41,000–£47,000 per year (Dependent on experience and qualifications) + on‑call payments

Full‑time, 37 hours per week.

Permanent.

Are you a compassionate, forward‑thinking leader who is passionate about creating brighter futures for young people?

We are offering a rare opportunity for an experienced Residential Service Manager to join Care Visions within the our South cluster - where innovation, relationship‑based practice and high quality care is at the heart of everything we do.

This is your chance to step into a role where you can truly influence positive change and support a dedicated team delivering the very best outcomes for our young people.

What will you be doing?

As our Residential Service Manager, you will lead and inspire a committed staff team within a nurturing, caring and relational culture. You will champion high standards of practice to ensure children receive exceptional, trauma‑informed support.

You won't be working in isolation. Our services are part of a connected cluster of residential services, giving you access to a strong network of peer support, shared expertise and collaborative leadership. You'll join a group of experienced Managers who meet regularly, problem solve together and offer practical and emotional support when needed. This structure ensures you're never alone in facing challenges and can draw on a wealth of knowledge to continually strengthen the service and outcomes for young people.

Working hours are 37 per week, Monday to Friday (with rotational out of hours, duty management responsibilities including weekends. You will be part of group of on‑call managers with support from a senior duty manager).

Who are we looking for?

You will bring:

• At least 2 years' experience in Residential Child Care or a relevant management/leadership role.
• Professional qualifications in Social Work/Social Care. SVQ in Social Services (Children & Young People) at SCQF Level 9 or SVQ Leadership and Management for Care Services at SCQF Level 10 (desirable).
• A collaborative approach with experience working alongside multiagency professionals.
• Flexibility to participate in the on‑call rota.
• A full driving licence due to the travel requirements of the role.

If you're motivated, resilient and committed to making a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

What can you expect from working with Care Visions?

• A supportive, values driven team that believes in openness, creativity and trust.
• A positive and dynamic working culture that encourages innovation and personal/professional growth.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including a Competitive salary, Generous annual leave entitlement, Childcare vouchers, Care Visions Lifestyle Platform, Credit Union, Sick Pay Insurance Scheme and Employee Assistance Programme.

Closing date: Friday 18th September at 5pm.