Service Manager

Service Manager – supported living for adults with learning disabilities

Are you looking for a management position where you can make a difference to the lives of the people we care for? Are you an inspirational individual wanting to work within a values-based organisation? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Service Manager to join us.

About the Role

Across the region we support individuals to live inclusive and fulfilling lives both at home and within their community through Active Support. Key aspects of this role are to help shape and deliver the strategy in your areas of influence and across the wider Trust.

Who we're looking for:

Great care is dependent on a great team, so you'll have strong leadership and coaching skills along with a desire to help develop your team and support progression. You may well be an experienced Manager working in a different setting, or someone who is seeking their next challenge. You'll have the passion for supporting individuals to live their best possible lives with a strong commitment to Equality, Diversion and Inclusion.

What we can offer in return:

Recognised Qualifications & Progression Opportunities
WWFT Rewards site
Employee Assistance Programme with qualified advisors trained to help, 24 hours a day, any day of the year
Pension Scheme
Flexible Working
Blue Light Scheme About You

Previous management experience in social care

Experience supporting individuals with disabilities and/or autism

Strong knowledge and experience of social care regulations

Strong organisational and leadership skills

Confident with IT systems and data

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)

If you're ready to take the next step in your care career and lead with integrity, inclusion and purpose — we'd love to hear from you.

We recognise the importance of recruiting skilled, compassionate, and reliable staff, whilst demonstrating in practice our commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults ase be aware it's a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group such as adults or children.

Please note any successful job offer will be conditional based on pre-employment checks such as DBS and referencing prior to a start date agreed. The Wilf Ward Family Trust has a clear commitment to safeguarding within all practices, for more information on criminal discloses you can visit

Founded in 1986, The Wilf Ward Family Trust is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. We empower them to lead fulfilling lives and embrace innovation to stay at the forefront of social care. Join us on our journey towards equality and a brighter future. Welcome to the Wilf Ward Family Trust