CQC Specialist Service Manager

We are supporting a specialist provider based in South Normanton, Derbyshire with their permanent recruitment. We are currently looking for a Specialist Service Manager to lead a supported living service supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and complex care requirements.

This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week. Previous experience as a Service Manager or Registered Manager within supported living, residential care, or learning disability services is essential. A Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) is preferred, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.

The service supports adults to live as independently as possible within their local community, promoting person-centred care and positive outcomes.

Alongside excellent benefits and career progression opportunities, our client is paying £34,600 per annum.

As a Service Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing leadership and day-to-day management of the service, ensuring high standards of care and support are maintained.
• Leading, motivating, and developing a team of support staff through regular supervision, training, and performance management.
• Ensuring support plans are person-centred and tailored to each individual’s needs, goals, and aspirations.
• Promoting independence, choice, dignity, and inclusion for all people supported.
• Managing staffing levels, rotas, and recruitment requirements to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
• Monitoring budgets and resources effectively in line with company policies and procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Building positive relationships with families, professionals, commissioners, and external agencies.
• Supporting quality assurance processes and driving continuous service improvement.
• Taking overall responsibility for the operational performance of the service.

Our client is offering a range of benefits, including:

• Health and wellbeing programme
• Additional annual leave entitlement
• Leadership and management development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme
• Pension scheme
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Ongoing training and career progression

To take the next step in your career, apply today for a conversation with our Residential Specialist, Jack.

Not for you? Refer your friends and family and, as our way of saying thank you, we will provide a referral bonus.

REF: 3670738