Service Manager

SCR; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care organization in Canterbury is looking for an experienced Service Manager to oversee multiple supported living services for young people. This role requires strong leadership and the ability to ensure high standards of care and support. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing residential services, a relevant qualification, and a passion for helping young people develop independence. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing training and professional development

Opportunity to make a real difference in young people's lives

Qualifications

• Experience managing or supervising supported living or residential services (preferably with young people).
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and regulatory standards.
• A relevant qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent (Level 3 or above desirable).
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support teams across multiple services.
• Ensure high-quality care and support in line with organisational policies and Ofsted/Local Authority standards.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, staffing, and rota management.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with young people, families, and external professionals.
• Ensure services meet safeguarding and compliance requirements.
• Promote independence, personal development, and well-being for all young people in your care.

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Service Manager to oversee 3-4 supported living services for young people aged 16-18 years. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about helping young people develop independence and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support teams across multiple services.
• Ensure high-quality care and support in line with organisational policies and Ofsted/Local Authority standards.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, staffing, and rota management.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with young people, families, and external professionals.
• Ensure services meet safeguarding and compliance requirements.
• Promote independence, personal development, and well-being for all young people in your care.

Requirements

• Experience managing or supervising supported living or residential services (preferably with young people).
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and regulatory standards.
• A relevant qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent (Level 3 or above desirable).
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in young people's lives.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about supporting young people and have the skills to lead high-quality services, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV today.

SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants