At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage supported living services for adults with learning disabilities in Abingdon and Didcot.
- Company: Join a growing organisation dedicated to outstanding, person-centred care.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, career progression, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Supportive leadership team and opportunities for funded training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing high-performing teams.
- Qualifications: Management experience in supported living or learning disability services is essential.
The predicted salary is between 51000 - 51000 £ per year.
Service Manager – Learning Disabilities | Supported Living Abingdon & Didcot, Oxfordshire
Salary: £51,000 per annum + Benefits
Full-Time | Permanent
Are you an experienced Service Manager, Registered Manager, or Supported Living Manager looking for your next leadership opportunity in Oxfordshire? We're seeking an exceptional Learning Disabilities Service Manager to oversee our Supported Living Services in Abingdon and Didcot, supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries (ABI), behaviours that challenge and visual impairments. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation committed to delivering Outstanding, person-centred care while developing and leading high-performing teams. If you're passionate about improving lives and delivering high-quality supported living services, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
As Service Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the operational management, quality, compliance and performance of multiple supported living services across Abingdon and Didcot. You’ll work closely with Team Leaders, Support Workers, senior management, families, local authorities and healthcare professionals to ensure every individual receives safe, personalised support that promotes independence, choice and community inclusion.
This role would suit someone with experience as a:
- Learning Disabilities Service Manager
- Registered Manager
- Supported Living Manager
- Operations Manager
- Deputy Manager ready for progression
- Care Manager
- Area Manager
People We Support
Our services support adults with:
- Learning Disabilities
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
- Behaviours that Challenge
- Visual Impairments
- Complex Needs
Our focus is enabling people to live independently, achieve personal goals and enjoy fulfilling lives within their local communities.
Key Responsibilities
As our Service Manager you will:
- Lead multiple Supported Living services across Oxfordshire.
- Inspire, coach and develop Team Leaders and Support Workers.
- Ensure compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards and relevant legislation.
- Promote high-quality, person-centred support.
- Oversee safeguarding, risk management and positive behavioural support.
- Manage recruitment, retention, supervision and performance management.
- Monitor quality assurance, audits and action plans.
- Build excellent relationships with commissioners, local authorities, families and healthcare professionals.
- Manage service budgets and financial performance.
- Ensure effective rota management and safe staffing levels.
- Drive continuous improvement across all services.
- Support the growth and development of the organisation.
About You
You’ll be an experienced leader who is passionate about achieving outstanding outcomes for people with learning disabilities.
Essential
- Previous management experience within Supported Living or Learning Disability services.
- Experience supporting adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism.
- Strong understanding of CQC regulations.
- Excellent knowledge of safeguarding and positive behavioural support.
- Experience leading and developing teams.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Budget management experience.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable
- Experience supporting people with Acquired Brain Injury.
- Experience working with behaviours that challenge.
- Experience supporting people with sensory or visual impairments.
- Multi-site management experience.
Qualifications
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards)
- Relevant Health & Social Care qualification
- Registered Manager experience desirable but not essential
Why Join Us?
We believe our people make the difference. You’ll join an organisation that values leadership, innovation and high-quality care while providing genuine opportunities for career progression.
We Offer
- £51,000 annual salary
- Permanent full-time contract
- Career progression opportunities
- Ongoing professional development
- Funded training and qualifications
- Company pension
- Generous annual leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Supportive senior leadership team
- Recognition and reward schemes
Location
This position covers Supported Living Services across: Abingdon, Didcot, Oxfordshire. Applicants should live within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to travel between services.
Apply Today
If you’re looking for one of the leading Learning Disabilities Service Manager jobs in Oxfordshire, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re currently a Registered Manager, Supported Living Manager, Deputy Manager, Care Manager or Operations Manager, this is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation committed to delivering exceptional support and changing lives every day.
Apply now to become our next Learning Disabilities Service Manager in Abingdon & Didcot.
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