Lifeways Group
Service Manager - Leicester
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Service Manager
Supported Living | Learning Disabilities & Autism
Location: Leicester (LE3 & LE4) – overseeing four established Supported Living services
Salary: £32,250 – £38,500 per annum plus annual Service Manager Bonus Scheme
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a Service Manager who is genuinely passionate about improving the lives of the people we support, while creating a positive, supportive and empowering environment for their team.
This role would particularly suit a candidate with experience in learning disabilities or mental health settings. We welcome applications from experienced Team Leaders or Deputy Managers who are ready to progress into a Service Manager role, as well as established Service Managers seeking their next opportunity.
You’ll work closely with a dedicated Area Manager and Regional Director to oversee the delivery of high-quality care and support for working-age adults with complex needs, including learning disabilities, autism (ASD), physical disabilities, and behaviours that may challenge.
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Job Description
In this role, you will:
- Lead, support, inspire, and develop a dedicated team outstanding care and support
- Oversee high-quality, person-centred support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, and complex behavioural needs
- Drive continuous improvement in service delivery, quality standards, and outcomes
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with staff teams, families, and wider communities
- Lead with purpose, setting the tone for a culture of excellence, inclusion, and accountability
What You’ll Bring
- Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care
- Strong background in leadership within a care setting
- Experience within learning disabilities and/or mental health services
We are looking for individuals who embody our values: empathy, courage, honesty, equality, and passion. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
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Why Join Us?
When you join us, you step into a leadership role in an organisation that values and invests in its people. Our shared values guide everything we do: Caring – Honest – One Team – Innovative – Courageous – Equal.
You’ll Benefit From
- Financial wellbeing tools with Stream, including real-time pay tracking, savings features, and access to earned pay
- Leadership development programmes and clear progression pathways
- A supportive, inclusive workplace culture
- Matched company pension scheme
- Wellbeing resources and mental health support
- Reward and recognition schemes
- Discounts on shopping, tech, travel, and more through CHOICE Rewards
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