Service Manager - Adult Supported Living in Macduff

Service Manager - Adult Supported Living in Macduff

Macduff Full-Time 31905 - 38995 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a compassionate team to empower individuals in supported living services.
  • Company: Join a values-driven organisation dedicated to person-centred care.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, referral bonuses, long service awards, and funded qualifications.
  • Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and community connection.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your career.
  • Qualifications: Experience in health and social care, strong leadership, and communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 31905 - 38995 Β£ per year.

As a Registered Service Manager, you will play a vital role in creating a positive, person-centred culture across our Supported Living services. You will lead by example, ensuring that the people we support are at the heart of everything we do and are empowered to live fulfilling, independent lives. You will be responsible for the overall management and quality of the services, ensuring they are safe, effective, and aligned with organisational values, regulatory requirements, and local commissioning expectations. You will also be accountable for maintaining the service's registration with the relevant regulatory body and driving continuous improvement to achieve the best outcomes for the people we support.

Position Details

  • Location: Doune, Stirling – Travel to Falkirk
  • Contract Type: Full Time
  • Hours: 40 hours per week, with flexibility to meet the needs of the service

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

About You

We're looking for a compassionate, values-driven leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred support. You will be committed to promoting choice, independence, dignity, and inclusion for the people we support, while creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, motivated, and empowered to succeed. Our values underpin everything we do:

  • Potential
  • Responsibility
  • Integrity
  • Diversity
  • Empathy

The registered office is based in Doune, Stirlingshire, and you will be expected to work from this location, while also travelling between services as required.

Essential Criteria

  • Current SSSC Registration.
  • SVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care (or currently working towards this qualification).
  • Experience working at Deputy Manager level or above within a health and social care setting.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and foster an inclusive, welcoming culture.
  • Proven ability to provide inspiring, supportive, and motivational leadership to multidisciplinary teams.
  • A commitment to delivering outstanding, person-centred support that promotes choice, independence, and positive outcomes.
  • Experience managing a Supported Living service or a similar social care provision is highly desirable.

What You'll Bring

  • A genuine passion for supporting people to achieve their goals and live meaningful lives.
  • The ability to lead with empathy, integrity, and accountability.
  • Confidence in managing compliance, quality assurance, and service improvement.
  • A collaborative approach that encourages teamwork, professional development, and excellence in care.

What We Can Offer

  • Refer a friend scheme: Β£400 for each successful referral.
  • Above and beyond awards for contributions and good inspection feedback.
  • Long service awards to celebrate your contribution to the team.
  • Employee benefits app for discounts and information about learning & development opportunities.
  • Cycle to work scheme for savings and fitness.
  • Pension auto enrolment into our salary sacrifice scheme.
  • Life cover with death in service benefit.
  • Funded qualifications to develop your career.
  • Career pathways with apprenticeships in Health and Social Care (Level 3).
  • Access to trained mental health first aiders for support.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential counselling and advice.
  • Employee Voice events to listen to your feedback.

About The Service

We have 2 Supported Living Services located in Scotland, supporting young adults who have a primary diagnosis of a learning disability and may also have mental health or autism support needs and behaviours that can challenge. Our Services will be led by the Registered Manager, who will have a wealth of experience within the sector; committed and devoted to developing excellence and talent. Everyone should be free to live the life they want to. We want to provide a service where we truly listen to the people we support and act on what they say. Be a crucial part of helping them develop their service from scratch and help someone to live the life they dream of every day. We are currently expanding our services in Scotland, this is a great opportunity for you to join our growing and dynamic team.

Service Manager - Adult Supported Living in Macduff employer: Swanton Care and Community

Swanton Care & Community is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values the contributions of every team member. With a focus on employee growth through funded qualifications and career pathways, staff can develop their skills while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we support. Located in Bridgend and Newport, our team enjoys competitive benefits, including a referral scheme, long service awards, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, ensuring a rewarding and fulfilling work experience.

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Contact Details:

Swanton Care and Community Recruitment Team

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