Ignis Care Solutions is working with an established adult supported living provider in Essex delivering high-acuity 3:1 and 4:1 packages across dual diagnosis and complex mental health pathways.
This is not a standard supported living service.
The cohort includes individuals stepping down from long-stay mental health settings, with learning disabilities, autism and complex behaviours that challenge. The focus is stability, restraint reduction and structured behavioural pathways.
They are expanding and strengthening leadership across services in Colchester.
What Stands Out About This Role
This isn’t a rota-management position.
The service operates with:
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Embedded Positive Behaviour Support framework
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Dedicated PBS leadership and practitioner oversight
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External clinical supervision in place
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RRN-aligned restraint reduction approach
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Structured incident review systems
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Clear governance and compliance reporting lines
You won’t be left managing complexity unsupported.
The organisation is investing in infrastructure, not reacting to crisis.
What They’re Looking For
You will likely currently be operating as a:
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Registered Manager
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Service Manager
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Senior Deputy within adult supported living
Experience required:
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Adult learning disabilities and/or autism
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Mental health and dual diagnosis exposure
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Managing complex or high-acuity packages
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CQC compliance oversight (you won't hold registration)
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Safeguarding, MCA and DoLS knowledge
Confidence leading teams within 3:1 or complex environments is important.
The Opportunity
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£36,000 – £40,000 depending on experience
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Strong internal governance support
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Opportunity to lead within complex, specialist pathways
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Clear reporting structure
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Growing regional footprint
This is suited to someone who wants to lead culture and stability within adult complex services rather than operate in a purely operational capacity