Job Description
Job Title: Homes Manager - Supported Accommodation
Location: Prescot
Contract Type: Temporary - Initial 3-month contract with the opportunity to progress to a permanent position
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (40 hours per week)
Additional Requirements:
* Expected to cover 1 on-shift per week
* Expected to complete 1 sleep-in per week
Salary: £37,000 per annum
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and committed Homes Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of supported accommodation services in Prescot. This role is offered on an initial 3-month temporary basis to cover sickness, with the potential to progress into a permanent position for the right candidate.
This is a hands-on management role requiring strong leadership, operational oversight, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Management
Oversee the daily running of the supported accommodation service
Ensure the service operates in line with company policies, regulatory requirements, and best practice
Maintain safe, effective, and person-centred support for all residents
Respond to incidents, safeguarding concerns, and operational issues appropriately
Staff Management & Leadership
Lead, supervise, and support staff teams
Manage rotas, staffing levels, and shift cover (including covering shifts and sleep-ins as required)
Provide guidance, support, and performance management to staff
Support recruitment, inductions, and training where required
Compliance & Quality
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, safeguarding standards, and regulatory frameworks
Maintain accurate records, audits, and reports
Work proactively to maintain and improve service quality
Stakeholder & Multi-Agency Working
Liaise with external professionals, families, commissioners, and internal management
Act as a positive representative of the organisation
Essential Requirements
Experience in a managerial or senior role within supported accommodation, residential care, or a similar setting
Strong leadership and people-management skills
Sound understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance
Willingness to work flexibly, including covering shifts and sleep-ins
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Desirable
Relevant Health & Social Care qualification (Level 5 or equivalent)
Experience supporting vulnerable adults
Knowledge of regulatory inspections and quality frameworksSearch is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age