Local Service Manager : Mental Health Supported Living Services
Birchwood Gardens, Primrose Drive, Shrewsbury, SY3 7FE
GBP 38, : GBP 40, per annum
Contracted 37.5 hours per week
Lead with purpose, inspire independence
We are excited to be launching a new supported living service for individuals with mental health needs and are looking for a passionate and experienced manager to lead and shape this service from the outset.
About the role:
As the Local Service Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and development of the service, ensuring high:quality, person:centred support that promotes independence, recovery, and wellbeing. You will lead a team of support staff, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and build strong relationships with stakeholders.
Key responsibilities:
Provide strong, values:led leadership to the service team
Ensure delivery of safe, effective, and person:centred support
Oversee support planning, risk management, and service user outcomes
Maintain compliance with relevant legislation
Manage staffing, recruitment, training, and performance
Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals, families, and external partners
About you:
We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven individual who is committed to delivering high:quality mental health support.
Essential:
Minimum of 12 months' experience in a management role within health or social care
Excellent understanding of acute mental health conditions and recovery:focused approaches
Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
Ability to manage teams and drive service quality
Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and regulatory requirements
Desirable:
Qualification or background as a Mental Health Practitioner (e.g. RMN, Social Worker, OT)
Are you ready to be your best?
Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we'll reward you:
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At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus public holidays) pro rata
:Opportunity to shape a brand:new service
:Supportive senior leadership and development opportunities
:Competitive salary and benefits package
:Ongoing training and professional development
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A pension scheme with employer contributions
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A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
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Health and well:being plans
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Life assurance
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Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
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Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
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A wide range of learning and development opportunities
Job Reference:
CommercialSanc
Please note: If you have lived or worked overseas, you may be required to provide an overseas police check. Any costs incurred for this will be reimbursed once employment has commenced.
We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.
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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers' needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary's commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.
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