Care Manager - £35,000 - £45,000 A Year in Essex

Care Manager Supported Living ServicesHertfordshire£35,000£45,000 per annumFull-time | Temporary | Minimum 6 months contractLead 4 supported living services. Build strong teams. Drive outstanding care.Are you an experienced Care Manager, Supported Living Manager, Service Manager or Deputy Manager ready for a bigger leadership role?Accedo Care is looking for a highly organised, quality-focused Care Manager to oversee four supported living services in Hertfordshire, supporting adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs and/or physical disabilities to live safely, independently and with dignity.This is a high-impact role for a leader who knows how to run safe, effective and person-centred services. You will work closely with the Registered Manager to drive service quality, staff performance, compliance, and positive outcomes across multiple services.Why join Accedo Care? Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)Free counsellingOpportunities to progress within the companyHoliday reward schemeBenefits and discounts£300 staff referral bonusComprehensive training opportunities28 days holiday pro rataFunded DBS checkPension schemeRecognition of your skills and opportunities to develop themStaff activities and eventsThe role As our Care Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operation of four supported living services and help ensure the highest standards of care, compliance and team performance.You will:Deputise for the Registered Manager and support the smooth running of the servicesLead, supervise and develop support staff through induction, coaching, supervisions and appraisalsManage rotas, staffing arrangements and payroll administrationEnsure support plans, risk assessments and care documentation are accurate, current and person-centredPromote safeguarding, health and safety, dignity, privacy, rights, fulfilment and independenceOversee medication systems, service audits and quality assurance activitySupport staff to deliver consistent, high-quality support in line with policies and proceduresWork closely with families, professionals and multi-disciplinary teamsHelp maintain a safe, homely and well-managed environment for the people we supportParticipate in the on-call rota and provide leadership during out-of-hours situationsWhat were looking for We want to hear from candidates with experience in roles such as:Care Manager, Supported Living Manager, Service Manager, Deputy Manager, Registered Manager, Team Manager, Social Care ManagerYou should have:Experience managing staff within supported living, social care or health and social careStrong knowledge of CQC standards, safeguarding, care planning and complianceExperience leading teams, managing rotas and maintaining service qualityConfidence with audits, risk management, medication oversight and incident reportingA calm, professional and solutions-focused leadership styleExcellent communication, organisation and people management skillsFlexibility to travel across services in HertfordshireAbout Accedo Care Accedo Care provides individual supported living packages to adults in their own homes and in the local community. We are committed to delivering safe, responsive and person-centred support that enables people to maximise independence, build life skills and become active members of their community.If you are a driven and capable Care Manager looking for your next leadership opportunity in supported living, apply now and join a growing organisation where you can make a real impact.TPBN1_UKTJ