Service Manager

Service Manager

Location: Exmouth, Devon
Salary: £30,000 per annum, pro rata
Contract: Temporary, 2–3 months
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Start: ASAP
About the role
We are looking for an experienced Service Manager to provide temporary management cover at our 16+ supported accommodation service in Exmouth, Devon .
This is a great opportunity for an experienced social care professional who can confidently lead a team, oversee the day-to-day running of a service and ensure young people receive safe, high-quality and personalised support.
What you'll be doing

• Lead and support the staff team, including supervision, performance management and development.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the service.
• Ensure safeguarding and regulatory requirements are met.
• Maintain high standards of care, support planning, risk assessments and record keeping.
• Work closely with social workers, families, education providers and other professionals.
• Support young people to develop independence and achieve positive outcomes.
• Manage incidents and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
• Ensure the service remains safe, well maintained and compliant.
• Support rotas, staffing and budget management.
• Participate in the management on-call rota.

About you
We are looking for someone who has:

• A relevant qualification in social care, health & social care, youth work or a related field.
• Previous management or senior-level experience.
• Experience of line managing and leading staff.
• Experience working with young people, ideally within supported accommodation, social care or a similar setting.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills.
• A calm, professional and positive approach.
• Availability to start ASAP and commit to the 2–3 month temporary contract.

Experience of working within an Ofsted-regulated service and knowledge of the Supported Accommodation Regulations 2023 would be desirable.
Safeguarding
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure registered on the DBS Update Service .
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Apply Now

If you're an experienced social care manager looking for a short-term opportunity where you can make a real difference , we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your most up-to-date CV to this job site or call Cali Webb on (phone number removed) for more information.

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