Service Manager

Lifeways Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stream pay app

Leadership development

Inclusive workplace culture

Pension scheme

Wellbeing resources

Rewards & recognition

Employee discounts

Job summary

Lifeways Group in Newcastle is seeking a Service Manager to oversee five small supported living services around NE6 and NE3, supporting 10 individuals with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. You will lead a team with the Area Manager and Regional Director, delivering person-centred care and driving high standards.

The role requires Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (Level 5 desirable), strong operational and people management experience, a valid UK driving license, and

Qualifications

• Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (Level 5 desirable)
• Strong operational and people management experience
• Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel locally
• Genuine passion for quality care and leading by example

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and develop your team of support workers and team leaders to deliver outstanding care and support.
• Oversee delivery of high-quality care and support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviours and physical disabilities.
• Drive service improvements and maintain high quality standards across all services.
• Build strong relationships with your team, families and communities to ensure person-centred support.

Skills

Leadership

People Management

Staff Development

Quality Improvement

Communication

Education

Health & Social Care Level 3

Level 5 desirable

Job description

We are looking for a Service Manager to cover our supported living services in Newcastle. You'll oversee five small supported living services located around NE6 2NZ and NE3 3DD, supporting 10 individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. You'll have the support of our dedicated Area Manager and Regional Director, while still having the freedom to lead with your own style-focusing on achieving the best outcomes for the people we support and for your staff teams. We're looking for an experienced, passionate manager who:

• Leads with positivity, compassion, and confidence.


• Inspires their team to deliver outstanding, person-centred support.


• Drives quality, safety, and continuous improvement across all services.

Every day, you'll make a difference - ensuring the people we support live with independence, dignity, and purpose in their own homes. In this role, you will:

• Support, inspire, and develop your team of support workers and team leaders to deliver outstanding care and support within this supported living flat scheme.


• You will 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

You will lead with purpose, inspire your teams, and deliver the highest standards of care while shaping the future of services.

• 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

Every day at Lifeways, our team make a difference and built rewarding careers whilst having a meaningful impact on the lives of the people we support.

Lifeways is one of the UK's leading providers of specialist support for people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries, mental health conditions, and complex care needs., We are on a bold journey to become the Care Provider of Choice - and this is an exciting time to join us. We listen closely to our team members through surveys and forums and act on their ideas, continuously improving how we support both our people and the individuals in our care. As a leader, you'll have the authority, resources, and support to shape your team's culture and the quality of care they deliver. We invest in your growth through leadership development and promote a workplace where wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion are more than just words - they're lived values. Discover why this matters in our newest video: https://vimeo.com/1139996266?fl=pl&fe=sh At Lifeways, you're not just anyone. You're a leader who can make a difference every single day.

Why Join Lifeways?

When you join Lifeways, you step into a leadership role in a company that values and invests in its people. Our shared values guide everything we do: Caring - Honest - One Team - Innovative - Courageous - Equal

• Enjoy financial wellbeing tools with Stream - real-time pay tracking, savings features, and instant access to earned pay when you need it.


• Leadership development programmes & progression pathways


• A supportive, inclusive workplace culture


• Matched contribution company pension scheme


• Wellbeing resources and mental health support


• Reward and Recognition Schemes


• Discounts on shopping, tech, travel, and more through CHOICE Rewards

Why Now?