Lifeways Group
Service Manager - Morecambe
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Who We Are – Lifeways
Position Duration
Permanent
Role Type
Registered/Service Manager
County
Cumbria
Company
Lifeways Group
Salary / rate of pay
Competitive
Post Code
Town or City
Ref No
13194
Every day at Lifeways, our team members make a difference — and on our new careers website, you can read their real stories. You’ll meet people who have built rewarding careers with us, and people whose lives have been transformed through the support we provide.
These aren’t just stories — they’re proof of the impact we make together. Because at Lifeways, you’re not just anyone . You’re part of something bigger — a team that changes lives.
Lifeways is one of the UK’s leading providers of specialist support for people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries, mental health conditions, and complex care needs.
We’ve recently completed one of the biggest digital transformations in our sector — and we’re just getting started. From Property to PBS, our ambition is bold: to become the Care Provider of Choice, powered by innovation, stability and the belief that great care starts with great people.
The Opportunity
Service Manager – Morecambe
Join Us in Morecambe and step into a role where your leadership makes a real difference.
We’re looking for an experienced manager who leads positively from the front, builds strong relationships, develops their team, and ensures the people we support, living with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs, receive the very best support every day.
You’ll be responsible for overseeing a number of established services across Morecambe supporting a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and creating an environment where both the people we support and colleagues can thrive.
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You’ll oversee four services Bay Court, Dalton Road, Woodlands, and Gaskell (Thornton-Cleveleys), supporting a total of 20 individuals. Across these services, the people we support have a range of needs, including learning disabilities, autism, visual impairment, and more complex support needs. You’ll play a key role in ensuring support is tailored, effective, and focused on helping people achieve their goals.
In This Role, You Will
Support, inspire, and develop your team of support workers and team leaders to deliver outstanding care and support within this supported living flat scheme. You will oversee the delivery of high-quality care and support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, challenging behaviours, and physical disabilities, each with their own unique and complex needs. Drive service improvements and quality standards Build strong relationships with your team, families, and communities
You’ll lead with purpose, inspire your teams, and deliver the highest standards of care while shaping the future of services.
What You’ll Bring
A minimum Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care with Level 5 being desirable (or working towards it) Strong experience in operational and people management A valid UK driver’s licence and willingness to travel locally A genuine passion for quality care — and the ability to lead by example
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We’re looking for individuals who embody empathy, courage, honesty, equality, and passion. If that sounds like you, we’d love to welcome you to the team.
Why Join Lifeways?
Role
When you join Lifeways, you step into a leadership role in a company that values and invests in its people. Our shared values guide everything we do:
Caring – Honest – One Team – Innovative – Courageous – Equal
You’ll Get
Leadership development programmes & progression pathways A supportive, inclusive workplace culture Matched contribution company pension scheme Wellbeing resources and mental health support Reward and Recognition Schemes Discounts on shopping, tech, travel, and more through CHOICE Rewards
Why Now?
We are on a bold journey to become the Care Provider of Choice — and this is an exciting time to join us.
We listen closely to our team members through surveys and forums and act on their ideas, continuously improving how we support both our people and the individuals in our care.
As a leader, you’ll have the authority, resources, and support to shape your team’s culture and the quality of care they deliver. We invest in your growth through leadership development and promote a workplace where wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion are more than just words — they’re lived values.
At Lifeways, you’re not just anyone . You’re a leader who can make a difference every single day.
We are not using agencies for this recruitment. Any CVs sent to anyone in Lifeways from a recruitment agency will be treated as a gift.
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