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Service Manager – 3 Bedded Supported Living Home
Location – Yaxley, Peterborough | Salary – Up to £40k DOE
Are you a strong, compassionate leader looking to make a real difference in adult social care?
About The Role
At Kisimul Group, we provide holistic care and lifelong learning opportunities for adults with learning disabilities, autism, and associated needs. Our supported living homes are nurturing, empowering environments where people can grow, thrive, and live meaningful lives.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Service Manager or a Deputy Manager looking to take the next steps in their career. You’ll play a key role in shaping the culture, building the team, and setting the standards that will make this service an outstanding place to live and work.
Responsibilities
As Service Manager, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day running of the home, ensuring the highest quality of care and support is delivered in line with Kisimul’s values, policies, and CQC standards. Reporting to the Registered Manager, you’ll oversee the smooth running of the service, including:
* Working in partnership with families, social workers, and Kisimul’s therapeutic teams to ensure every person leads a meaningful, fulfilling life.
* Leading, developing, and motivating your team to provide outstanding care.
* Ensuring effective staff management – including recruitment, supervision, appraisal, and training.
* Maintaining compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and regulatory standards.
* Promoting independence, dignity, and choice for the people we support.
* Managing budgets, resources, and staffing to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
* Building strong partnerships with all stakeholders and external professionals (social workers, local community and medical professionals).
* Working collaboratively to reach the occupancy target of the new service.
What We’re Looking For
* At least 2 years of management/supervisory experience in a care setting.
* Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and behaviours of concern.
* Strong knowledge of CQC Fundamental Standards, safeguarding, and person‑centred care.
* Ability to inspire, coach, and manage teams to deliver outstanding outcomes.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.
* Flexibility to work across a 7‑day rota, including evenings, weekends, and on‑call duties.
* Proven experience in setting up services from scratch.
* Experience of working in a supported living service.
Qualifications Required
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or willingness to complete within 12 months).
* A clean, current driving licence.
Why Join Kisimul?
* Competitive salary & benefits package.
* Continuous professional development & leadership training.
* The chance to work in a forward‑thinking, therapeutic community model.
* A supportive management structure and opportunities for career progression.
* The rewarding experience of helping people live their best lives.
If you’re ready to lead a new service where adults with learning disabilities can thrive—and where you and your team can truly grow together, think forward, and be yourself—we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today
All applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS Check. Kisimul Group Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that varied perspectives make us stronger and more innovative.
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