Supported Living Manager Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience) Location: The service will be in East Sussex Candidates should be local or able to commute reliably. Hours: 40 hours per week Driving is a key part of this role, ensuring our service users receive the support they need. SDR is a growing, family-owned provider expanding its specialist supported living services. We are seeking an experienced Service Manager to lead a brand-new, bespoke service supporting a young person with complex needs in East Sussex. This is a rare opportunity to build and shape a service from the ground up - establishing culture, standards, and a skilled team from day one. The Role You will manage a newly developed supported living service for a young individual with: Autism with features of demand avoidance A moderate learning disability Episodes of dysregulated behaviour A history of significant distress which has, at times, resulted in property damage This role requires calm, therapeutic leadership within a high-need environment. Key Responsibilities Lead, recruit, and induct a brand-new staff team Establish a safe, structured, and person-centred environment Support staff in de-escalation and positive behaviour approaches Uphold safeguarding and Mental Capacity Act principles Be primarily supernumerary while also forming part of the rota The service will initially operate with a 3:1 staffing ratio during the day and two waking night staff. Future staffing levels will be reviewed based on how well the individual settles. What We’re Looking For Significant experience managing or supporting individuals with complex autism and dysregulated behaviours Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of mental capacity Experience in environments where physical intervention may be required Resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to remain calm under pressure Proven leadership in high-need or intensive support settings Previous management experience preferred; experienced Deputy Managers (3 years in similar environments) will be considered Supported living experience desirable Our Values At SDR Care, we live by Kindness, Dignity & Respect, Calmness, Creativity, and Responsibility. If these values resonate with you, you’ll fit right in with our team! What We Offer Mileage Allowance Pension & Benefits Package, including private medical cover 23 Days Holiday - Plus usual bank holidays (pro-rata) Structured Induction & Probation – Comprehensive onboarding support Strong Management Support – Guidance every step of the way Employee Referral Bonus – Earn £200 upon appointment and a further £300 at the one-year anniversary (T&Cs apply) Apply Today If you’re ready for a rewarding role where your skills and passion can truly make a difference, join our SDR Care family. Email: careers@sdrgroup.co.uk Call: 07484 482896 Some, but not all, companies within our Group hold a UKVI sponsorship licence. Current Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) allocations are very limited; applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Successful applicants must complete an online DBS check following offer acceptance.