Service Manager

Keystone Care; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Keystone Care in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced Registered Manager for a specialist supported living service for adults with autism and learning disabilities. You will lead a person‑centred service, empowering independence while ensuring high standards of care and compliance.

You will manage a dedicated team, drive quality, safeguard residents, and foster a positive, values‑driven culture with families and external partners. Excellent leadership and stakeholder skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered Manager or Deputy ready to step into a leadership role.
• Strong background in supported living, learning disabilities, autism, or complex care.
• Excellent safeguarding, regulatory compliance, and person-centred support.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high‑performing teams.
• Desirable management qualification or willingness to pursue one.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operational management of the supported living service.
• Drive quality, compliance, safeguarding, and continuous improvement.
• Recruit, develop, and inspire a high‑performing team.
• Build strong relationships with families, commissioners, healthcare professionals and stakeholders.
• Oversee budgets, staffing and service performance to ensure sustainable delivery.

Skills

Registered Manager

Education

Management qualification

Job description

Location: Northern Ireland

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a respected care provider for an experienced Registered Manager to lead a specialist supported living service for adults with autism and learning disabilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and values-led leader to oversee a person-centred service that empowers individuals to live as independently as possible while receiving the support they need. You'll play a key role in leading a dedicated team, driving quality and compliance, and ensuring exceptional outcomes for the people you support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operational management of the supported living service
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred support in line with regulatory standards
• Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing team
• Drive quality, compliance, safeguarding, and continuous improvement across the service
• Promote positive outcomes, independence, and choice for individuals supported
• Build strong relationships with families, commissioners, healthcare professionals, and external stakeholders
• Oversee budgets, staffing, and service performance to ensure effective and sustainable delivery
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and values-driven culture throughout the service

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to step into a management role
• Strong background within supported living, learning disabilities, autism, or complex care services
• Excellent understanding of safeguarding, regulatory compliance, and person-centred support
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teamsStrong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Passion for improving the lives of people with autism and learning disabilities
• Relevant management qualification (or willingness to work towards one) is desirable

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead a well-established supported living service
• Join a supportive and forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering outstanding care
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the people you support and their families