At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a specialist neurological service and ensure high-quality, person-centred care.
- Company: Join Brainkind, the UK's leading charity in neurological care and rehabilitation.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive salary, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a stable, community-focused service.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in people's lives while leading a dedicated team.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Registered Manager or Service Manager in adult social care.
The predicted salary is between 40170 - 43000 £ per year.
Interim Service Manager (3–6 Month Fixed Term Contract) | Full-Time or Part-Time (3–5 Days)
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: Up to £40,170 - £43,000* per annum (pro rata)
Hours: Flexible – 3, 4 or 5 days per week (21–35 hours)
Lead a specialist neurological service and make a genuine difference. Are you an experienced Registered Manager or Service Manager looking for your next interim opportunity? At Brainkind, we're passionate about helping people rebuild their lives following acquired brain injury and complex neurological conditions. As the UK's leading charity specialising in neurological care, rehabilitation and brain injury services, we support people to regain independence, achieve personal goals and live fulfilling lives within their communities.
We're looking for an experienced Interim Service Manager to lead Brownswood, our specialist residential service in Milton Keynes, on a 3–6 month fixed-term contract, or ideally a full-time position. Whether you're looking for a full-time position or greater flexibility, we're happy to consider applications from candidates looking to work 3, 4 or 5 days per week.
About Brownswood
Brownswood is a well-established, specialist residential service supporting adults living with acquired brain injuries and complex neurological conditions. Home to 8 people we support (within a 9-bed service), Brownswood has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a welcoming and community-focused environment. The service benefits from an experienced and committed staff team, including a long-standing Team Leader who has been part of Brownswood for around 15 years, providing excellent continuity and support for both colleagues and the people we support. The individuals living at Brownswood have made it their home for many years, with the shortest placement being approximately four years. They lead active lives within their local community, regularly accessing appointments, activities, hobbies and social opportunities with the support of the team.
This is an opportunity to lead a stable, well-established service where you'll be supported by an experienced team while continuing to drive high standards, quality improvement and positive outcomes for the people we support.
The Role
As Interim Service Manager, you'll provide operational leadership across the service, ensuring safe, effective and person-centred care while maintaining the highest standards of governance, quality and regulatory compliance. You'll be an approachable and visible leader, working alongside your team to create a positive culture that supports both colleagues and the people who call Brownswood home.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and supporting an experienced multidisciplinary team.
- Ensuring the service continues to deliver exceptional, person-centred care.
- Maintaining CQC compliance and driving continuous quality improvement.
- Managing recruitment, staffing, supervision and team development.
- Overseeing service budgets and operational performance.
- Building positive relationships with families, commissioners and healthcare professionals.
- Supporting people to remain active and engaged within their local community.
- Creating an environment where people are empowered to achieve the greatest possible independence and quality of life.
About You
We're looking for an experienced Registered Manager or Service Manager with a proven track record of leading CQC-registered adult social care services. You'll ideally have: QCF (NVQ) Level 5 Diploma in Health.
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