Registered Service Manager
TRCGroup
Full-time
On-site
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
£42,500 - £45,000 GBP yearly
Registered Service Manager – Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs
Location: Preston
Salary: £42,500 - £45,000 per annum + bonus & benefits
Location: Preston
Salary: £42,500 - £45,000 per annum + bonus & benefits
We are delighted to be supporting our client, a leading provider of care and support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs, in their search for an experienced and motivated Registered Service Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the lead in shaping and developing a brand-new residential service in Preston.
The Service:
This newly established residential service comprises 8 individual apartments, with internal and external communal spaces. It is designed to support adults with learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that may challenge. As Service Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in establishing and embedding high standards of care, whilst creating a supportive and empowering environment for both residents and staff.
The Role:
The Service Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring the highest standards of quality, compliance and person-centred care. This is a leadership role where you’ll inspire and develop your team, ensure operational excellence, and balance financial performance with the ethos of outstanding care.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading, motivating and developing the staff team to ensure they have the skills and support to succeed.
- Promoting independence, well-being and opportunities for people supported within the service.
- Managing budgets and resources effectively while maintaining excellent standards of care.
- Ensuring full compliance with CQC regulations and other statutory requirements.
- Embedding a positive, person-centred culture where colleagues and residents can thrive.
This role requires registration with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
About You:
The ideal candidate will be:
- An experienced Service Manager within residential or supported living services.
- Skilled in working with individuals with learning disabilities, autism or complex needs.
- Qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in Health & Social Care (with opportunities to progress to Level 4/5).
- A strong communicator with proven leadership and organisational skills.
- Flexible, proactive and committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support.
Benefits:
Our client offers a competitive package including:
- Discretionary 10% annual bonus scheme.
- Holiday purchase scheme (up to 2 additional days each year).
- Life assurance (2x salary).
- Recognition & rewards programmes, including long service awards.
- Learning & development opportunities, with access to a dedicated Leadership Academy.
- Wagestream access, enabling flexible pay.
- Discounts with over 150 retailers.
- Comprehensive health & wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders.
This is a rare opportunity to take the lead in a brand-new, purpose-built service and truly make your mark from the ground up. If you are passionate about person-centred care and ready to take on a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you.