Service Manager

Voyage-Care; Retford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Voyage Care is seeking an experienced Registered Service Manager to lead a Nottingham-based service for adults with complex needs, including Prader-Willi syndrome. You will drive high-quality, person-centred care and oversee daily operations with a dedicated team.

This leadership role offers opportunities to develop specialist skills, work alongside families and professionals, and contribute to a values-driven organisation. DBS checks apply and progression may be available.

Qualifications

• Experience in learning disabilities and/or autism services.
• Delivery of person-centred, high-quality support.
• Leadership and people management skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a specialist service.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the service.
• Leading, developing and inspiring your team.
• Building strong relationships with families, professionals and stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with CQC and regulatory standards.
• Managing service performance, audits and budgets.

Job description

Registered Service Manager – Nottingham – £34,000 per annum

Join Voyage Care and feel valued — where your leadership changes lives.

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Registered Service Manager to lead one of our vibrant, community-focused services in Nottingham. This is more than just a management role — it’s a fantastic opportunity to step into a specialist environment and grow your expertise, particularly supporting people with Prader-Willi syndrome.

If you’re ready to take that next step into a larger, more complex service and really make your mark, we’ll support you every step of the way.

About the service

Our service is full of life — busy, engaging and centred around helping people live meaningful, fulfilling lives. You’ll be leading a dedicated team supporting adults with complex needs in a highly active, hands-on environment where no two days are the same.

It’s a role where your leadership will be visible, valued and genuinely impactful.

Why this is a great opportunity

This role offers you the chance to:

• Step into a larger, more complex service and broaden your experience
• Develop knowledge in a specialist area (Prader-Willi syndrome)
• Make a real difference quickly with a supportive, established team
• Grow your career within a values-led organisation that invests in you

What you’ll be doing

You’ll lead from the front — empowering your team, driving quality and ensuring the very best outcomes for the people we support. This includes:

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the service
• Leading, developing and inspiring your team
• Building strong relationships with families, professionals and stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with CQC and regulatory standards
• Managing service performance, audits and budgets

About you

We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for care and leadership. You might be:

• An experienced Registered Manager, or
• A Deputy Manager ready to step up into a bigger challenge

You’ll bring:

• Experience in learning disabilities and/or autism services
• A passion for delivering person-centred, high-quality support
• Drive, motivation and a people-first approach
• A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist service

Why Voyage Care?

We believe in empowering our people to Be You, Grow Together and make a difference every day. When you join us, you’ll be supported, valued and rewarded with:

• Clear opportunities for career progression and development
• Access to specialist training to build your expertise
• A strong, supportive and values-driven culture
• Benefits including Stream, Blue Light Card, 24/7 GP access and more

This is your chance to take on a new challenge, develop specialist skills and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

All applicants and subsequent job offers will be subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references.