At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a vibrant team to deliver outstanding care for individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
- Company: Lifeways, a leading provider of specialist support in the UK.
- Benefits: Leadership development, wellbeing resources, pension scheme, and discounts on shopping and travel.
- Other info: Join us now as we embark on an exciting journey to become the Care Provider of Choice.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while shaping the future of care services.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care and strong management experience.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Who We Are – Lifeways
Every day at Lifeways, our team members make a difference. You’ll meet people who have built rewarding careers with us, and people whose lives have been transformed through the support we provide.
As a Service Manager at Lifeways, you create environments where people thrive, and every decision you make shapes someone’s future. Lifeways is one of the UK’s leading providers of specialist support for people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries, mental health conditions, and complex care needs.
The Opportunity
Join Us in Buxton and step into a role where your leadership makes a real difference. In Dale Valley View, you’ll take the helm of busy, vibrant services that thrive on energy, dedication, and vision. We’re looking for an experienced manager who leads positively from the front, inspires their team, and drives excellence in care—ensuring the people we support, living with learning difficulties and/or autism, receive the very best support every day.
In this role, you will:
- Support, inspire, and develop your team of support workers and team leaders to deliver outstanding care and support within this supported living flat scheme.
- Oversee the delivery of high-quality care and support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviours, and physical disabilities, each with their own unique and complex needs.
- Drive service improvements and quality standards.
- Build strong relationships with your team, families, and communities.
You’ll lead with purpose, inspire your teams, and deliver the highest standards of care while shaping the future of services.
What You’ll Bring
- A minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care with Level 5 being desirable (or working towards it).
- Strong experience in operational and people management.
- A valid UK driver’s licence and willingness to travel locally.
- A genuine passion for quality care — and the ability to lead by example.
We’re looking for individuals who embody empathy, courage, honesty, equality, and passion. If that sounds like you, we’d love to welcome you to the team.
Why Join Lifeways?
When you join Lifeways, you step into a leadership role in a company that values and invests in its people. Our shared values guide everything we do: Caring – Honest – One Team – Innovative – Courageous – Equal.
You’ll get:
- Leadership development programmes & progression pathways.
- A supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
- Matched contribution company pension scheme.
- Wellbeing resources and mental health support.
- Reward and Recognition Schemes.
- Discounts on shopping, tech, travel, and more through CHOICE Rewards.
Why Now?
We are on a bold journey to become the Care Provider of Choice — and this is an exciting time to join us.
Our Commitment
We listen closely to our team members through surveys and forums and act on their ideas, continuously improving how we support both our people and the individuals in our care.
Leadership & Culture
As a leader, you’ll have the authority, resources, and support to shape your team’s culture and the quality of care they deliver. We invest in your growth through leadership development and promote a workplace where wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion are more than just words — they’re lived values.
At Lifeways, you’re not just anyone. You’re a leader who can make a difference every single day.
Service Manager - Buxton employer: Lifeway s Group
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