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




  • Discounts at thousands of retailers via a dedicated employee portal




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






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