Service Leader - Supported Living & Quality Care

Lifeway’s Group; South Duffield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream pay

Pension matched

Wellbeing resources

Rewards & Recognition

Discounts via CHOICE Rewards

Job summary

Lifeways is seeking an experienced Service Manager to lead our supported living services in Barnsley. You’ll manage a team of support workers and team leaders, ensuring person-centred, high-quality care for individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs.

You’ll drive service improvements, build strong relationships with families and communities, and lead by example with compassion and commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care with Level 5 being desirable (or working towards it)
• Strong experience in operational and people management
• A valid UK driver’s licence and willingness to travel locally
• A genuine passion for quality care — and the ability to lead by example

Responsibilities

• Support, inspire, and develop your team of support workers and team leaders to deliver outstanding care and support within this supported living flat scheme.
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality care and support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviours, and physical disabilities, each with their own unique and complex needs.
• Drive service improvements and quality standards
• Build strong relationships with your team, families, and communities

Skills

Operational management

People management

UK driver's licence

Lead by example

Education

Level 3 Health & Social Care

Level 5 Health & Social Care (desirable)

Job description

Lifeways is seeking an experienced Service Manager to lead our supported living services in Barnsley. You’ll manage a team of support workers and team leaders, ensuring person-centred, high-quality care for individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs.

You’ll drive service improvements, build strong relationships with families and communities, and lead by example with compassion and commitment to excellence.