Service Manager - Supported Living

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Nantwich is seeking a passionate Service Manager to lead a specialist supported living service. The role involves providing leadership and ensuring quality care for adults with learning disabilities. Candidates should have supervisory experience and a Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care, with a commitment to further development. A competitive salary and various benefits are included.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus your birthday off

Free DBS check

Continuous learning & development opportunities

Health cash back and pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

£500 refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Blue Light Discount Scheme & COSTCO membership eligibility

Qualifications

• Strong supervisory or management experience within Supported Living or Residential Care.
• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs.
• Willingness to work towards Level 5 in Leadership & Management if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership, supervision, and support to the team.
• Ensure all care is person-centred and tailored to individual needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and partner agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Minimum Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Service Manager - Specialist Supported Living - Nantwich
Salary: £33,250 per annum + benefits
5 Service Users

We are looking for a passionate Service Manager to lead a specialist supported living service in Nantwich. You will provide clear and structured day-to-day leadership to your local team, ensuring the highest quality of care and support is delivered to adults with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injury, physical disabilities, or mental health conditions.


Benefits include:

• £33,250 basic salary
• 25 days holiday plus your birthday off
• Free DBS check
• Continuous learning & development opportunities, including leadership and management training
• Health cash back and pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• £500 refer-a-friend bonus scheme (unlimited referrals)
• Blue Light Discount Scheme & COSTCO membership eligibility

Key responsibilities:

• Provide strong leadership, supervision, and support to the team
• Ensure all care is person-centred and tailored to individual needs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and partner agencies
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, CQC standards, and all relevant policies
• Recruit, induct, and develop new staff
• Oversee risk assessments and care planning for service users
• Identify opportunities for service improvement and growth
• Represent the service professionally to external agencies

The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum Level 2 in Health & Social Care (willingness to work towards Level 5 in Leadership & Management if not already held)
• Strong supervisory or management experience within Supported Living or Residential Care
• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A proactive, compassionate, and adaptable leadership style

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a specialist service and lead a dedicated team, helping individuals live full and independent lives.Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.