Service Manager - Bracknell Location: On site at The Courthouse, Broadway, Bracknell, RG12 1AE Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: £31,000 (FTE) Contract: Fixed term until 31st March 2026 Service Manager – Bracknell Lead with purpose. Change lives. Build brighter futures. At Kids, we’ve been supporting disabled children, young people and their families for over 50 years. Our services give children a safe place to play, grow and build independence — and give families the vital support they need. Now we’re looking for a Service Manager to lead our play and short break services in Bracknell. This is your chance to make a real difference every day. Why this role matters You’ll shape services that bring joy, independence and opportunity to children with SEND. You’ll give families the support and respite they need. You’ll lead a passionate team and help them be their very best. This isn’t just management — it’s leadership with heart. ⭐ What you’ll do Lead and inspire staff and volunteers across after-school clubs, weekend and holiday activities. Build partnerships with schools, health teams and local authorities. Ensure services are safe, inclusive and meet (and exceed!) regulatory standards. Use feedback from children, young people and families to shape what we do. Drive innovation, growth and funding opportunities. What you’ll bring Experience leading and developing services (children’s services, social care, education or similar). Strong people leadership skills — you know how to motivate and nurture a team. Knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements. Good organisational and financial management skills. Level 5 qualification in Children and Young People / Health and Social Care (or equivalent). (Bonus: experience working directly with disabled children and young people.) Most of all, you share our values: inclusion, respect, collaboration and commitment to making a difference. What we offer 25–30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) option to buy more. Flexible hours and family-friendly policies. Company sick pay from day one paid family/carer’s leave. Pension contributions (3% from us). Maternity and paternity pay. Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 wellbeing support. Discounts, rewards and perks site. Learning, mentoring and apprenticeships to grow your career. Recommend a Friend bonus. Bereavement leave and death in service plan. Ready to apply? If you’re ready to use your skills and passion to transform lives, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help children with SEND live life to the fullest.