Support Manager

Gap Personnel; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading personnel agency in East Midlands is seeking an experienced Support Manager to oversee teams supporting individuals with learning disabilities. You will ensure compliance, foster positive relationships, and drive team growth. The ideal candidate will have a Level 4 qualification in Health & Social Care and a strong leadership background. Competitive annual leave and travel flexibility required. Join us to make a difference!

Benefits

33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting people with learning disabilities.
• Experience leading teams in a regulated care setting.
• Flexibility to travel locally and manage multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage several teams ensuring compliance.
• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders.
• Drive positive outcomes for the individuals supported.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Decision-making skills

Understanding of care regulations

Experience with learning disabilities

Education

Level 4 Health & Social Care qualification

Tools

Excel

Care planning software

Job description

Overview

Gap personnel has an exciting opportunity available for a Support Manager to join our prestigious Client in Aston-on-Trent, Derbyshire on a full time, permanent basis.

Annual Leave entitlement: 33 days inclusive of bank holidays

Additional Information: Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is necessary, traveling to the other areas of Derbyshire will be required.

Lead With Purpose. Empower With Passion.

Are you a proactive leader with the ability to drive change and support the growth and development of both individuals and teams? Our Client believes that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society so are looking for a skilled and values-driven Support Manager to lead and coach their teams in delivering outstanding, person-centred Support.

Responsibilities

As the Support Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management and performance of several teams within a specific area. Leading teams to maintain an inclusive transparent culture whilst maintaining robust regulatory, contractual and organisational compliance. The ability to lead teams to support growth and development is the key to success as is the ability to build trusted relationships with people supported, friends and Family, local authorities, central teams and healthcare professionals to drive positive outcomes for the people our Client supports.

Skills and Experience

• Level 4 Health & Social Care qualification, or willingness to work toward it.
• Proven experience supporting people with learning disabilities.
• Experience leading teams and managing service delivery in a regulated care setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and care regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Confidence in using digital systems (e.g. Excel, care planning software).
• Flexibility to travel locally and work across multiple locations.

Desirable

• Experience in coaching, mentoring, and managing change.
• A full UK driving licence with business insurance.

If you are ready to lead by example, create positive change, and contribute to a thriving supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!

Apply Now to join our Client's dedicated team and make a difference.

All posts are subject to DBS checks. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including those that would otherwise be spent.