Team Manager Learning Disabilities

Are you passionate about leading and developing high-performing support teams? Do you have experience in delivering person-centred services for individuals with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We are recruiting for an enthusiastic and dedicated Team Manager to oversee two supported living services in Mansfield and Skegby. In this hands-on leadership role, you will work closely with a Service Manager to ensure high standards of care, staff development, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and support a team of support workers across two service locations

Promote a culture of quality, dignity, and empowerment for the individuals we support

Ensure safeguarding concerns are identified and responded to appropriately

Manage staff performance, training, induction, and supervision

Create and monitor rotas and staffing plans in line with budgets

Keep person-centred care and support plans up to date and compliant

Maintain strong relationships with families, local authorities, and external partners

Ensure all regulatory health, safety, and quality checks are completed

Support individuals in accessing meaningful employment and community involvement

Manage team meetings, on-call responsibilities, and service records

What We’re Looking For

Experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, and/or mental health needs

NVQ Level 3 in Social Care Management (or equivalent qualification)

Proven leadership and people management experience

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Competent IT user with confidence in systems and documentation

Flexibility to work evenings/weekends and participate in an on-call rota

Ability to travel between Mansfield and Skegby and attend off-site training as required

What’s In It For You

Enhanced company sick pay and parental leave benefits

Time-and-a-half pay for bank holiday working

25+ days annual leave plus two wellbeing days per year

Fully funded training and recognised qualifications

Access to mental health, wellbeing, and occupational health support

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Long-service awards, travel schemes, and professional development opportunities