Service Manager

Leonard Cheshire; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care organization in Weston-super-Mare is seeking a Service Manager to provide leadership in delivering high-quality, person-centred care. The role involves managing staff, ensuring compliance with standards, and overseeing budgets in a care setting for adults with complex learning disabilities. Candidates should have a nursing or social care qualification, alongside management experience. This position offers a salary of £32,000 - £37,000 with excellent benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Stream access to earned pay

Free Blue Light Card

Free DBS check

Contributory pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Cash Health Plan

Comprehensive training

Career development opportunities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven management or supervisory experience within a care environment.
• Strong communication, organisational, and people leadership skills.
• Confidence in managing budgets and operational priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear leadership, management, and supervision for your staff team.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and health & safety requirements.
• Deliver person-centred, high-quality care focused on independence and choice.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Budget management

Education

Recognised nursing or social care qualification

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Summary

£32,000 - £37,000 | Full Time | Birnbeck House – Weston‑Super‑Mare

“It’s more than a job – it’s about creating a home where every person can live life their way.”

That’s how one of our Service Managers describes their role at Leonard Cheshire. If you’re an experienced care leader with a strong understanding of safeguarding, excellent management skills, and a passion for person‑centred care, we’d really love to hear from you.

About Birnbeck House

Birnbeck House is home for up to 13 adults with complex learning disabilities. Birnbeck offers high‑quality residential care so that people can live their lives to the full. We’re one of the UK’s highest‑rated providers of care and supported living services – with 87% of our services rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by regulators. At Birnbeck House, we work together to create a positive, inclusive home where people are empowered to make their own choices, develop skills, and enjoy meaningful connections within their local community.

Your Working Hours

Full Time – 9am to 5pm with flexibility to meet the needs of the service.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Leonard Cheshire, you’ll find a workplace where your leadership truly makes a difference. We’ll support your wellbeing, personal growth, and professional development every step of the way.

Benefits

• Stream – access up to 40% of your earned pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card – enjoy exclusive discounts and perks
• Free DBS check
• Excellent contributory pension scheme with 3x salary life cover
• Generous annual leave, with the option to buy and sell leave
• Cash Health Plan – claim back dental, optical, and other healthcare costs
• Comprehensive training and recognised qualifications
• Career development through apprenticeships and leadership programmes
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 wellbeing support

Responsibilities

• Provide clear leadership, management, and supervision for your staff team
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and health & safety requirements
• Deliver person‑centred, high‑quality care focused on independence and choice
• Manage budgets and maintain a financially sound service
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance development
• Drive continuous improvement and positive outcomes for residents
• Hold registration for the service

Qualifications and Experience

• Recognised nursing or social care qualification and registration (as appropriate)
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Proven management or supervisory experience within a care environment
• Strong communication, organisational, and people leadership skills
• Sound understanding of safeguarding and regulatory compliance
• Confidence in managing budgets and operational priorities
• Experience across a range of departments (e.g. therapies, catering, administration) is advantageous

About Leonard Cheshire

For over 75 years, Leonard Cheshire has supported disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible. We provide residential care, supported living, and community‑based services across the UK – all focused on choice, inclusion, and empowerment. With over 1,600 people supported every day, our mission is simple: to help people live life on their own terms.

Ready to Apply?

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with disabilities and will support your requirements for reasonable adjustments wherever possible. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland, or equivalent) and references are required for this position.