Supported Living Manager
Reporting to: Registered manager
Location: Tameside, Manchester (and surrounding areas)
Full-time | Permanent
Salary: £32,000 – £36,750 per annum (dependent on experience)
Tameside Link is a registered charity and regulated adult social care provider based in Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester. Established in 1995, the organisation delivers person-centred support within local communities to adults with learning disabilities, autism, neurodivergence, and complex needs. Our focus is on enabling each person to live safely, independently, and with dignity, while maintaining genuine choice and control over their daily lives.
We work in partnership with individuals, families, and professionals to create environments in which people can thrive, build meaningful relationships, and develop the skills and confidence to achieve their goals, enabling them to live as independently as possible within their own homes and communities.
The organisation's primary purpose is the delivery of high-quality social care and supported living services. Tameside Link provides trained support workers to assist individuals with a wide range of daily living activities, including personal care, medication support, budgeting, domestic tasks, and participation in social and community life. Our approach is rooted in promoting independence, dignity, choice, and inclusion.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Supported Living Manager to join our management team and lead high-quality supported living services for people with learning disabilities and complex needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate leader who is committed to person-centred care, staff development, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead, coach and motivate support staff to deliver high-quality, person-centred services
* Oversee day-to-day operational management of supported living services
* Develop and review person-centred support plans and risk assessments
* Complete audits, appraisals, supervisions and performance management
* Support recruitment, induction, training and development of staff
* Work in partnership with families, social workers, health professionals and other agencies
* Ensure compliance with CQC and regulatory standards
* Participate in an on-call rota and provide flexible management support
Essential Requirements:
* Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
* Minimum 3 years' experience in Health & Social Care
* Experience managing or leading teams in supported living or similar services
* Strong knowledge of person-centred planning, risk assessments, and safeguarding
* Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary: £32,000 – £36,750 (dependent on experience)
* Paid company sick leave
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing and support
* Support to complete Level 5 qualification if not already achieved
* Opportunity to study a Leadership & Management Professional Degree Apprenticeship after 12 months of employment
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Supportive management team and positive working environment
* Career progression opportunities
If you are passionate about making a real difference and leading teams to deliver outstanding support, we would love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,000.00-£36,750.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* Do you hold a Level 5 management qualification?
Experience:
* health and social care: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Full UK driving licence (required)
Work Location: In person