Extra Support Scheme Manager

Salary - NJC H3 SCP 36 - 40 £ 47,181 - £51,356 per annum

Closing Date - 20th August 2026 m

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and compassionate Scheme Manager to lead our Leaning Disability and Behavioural Support Service, delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support to adults with complex needs, including those who may present with behavior's of concern, forensic histories, mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism, or other vulnerabilities.

We are looking for an inspirational leader who combines strong operational management skills with a genuine commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable adults. You will be passionate about delivering exceptional care, supporting people with complex forensic and behavioural needs, and empowering staff to achieve excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established manager with significant experience in regulated care services who is passionate about achieving positive outcomes, promoting independence, reducing risk, and supporting individuals to lead fulfilling lives within their communities.

As Service Manager, you will be responsible for the operational leadership, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, staff development, and financial management of a specialist building-based service, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and innovative support.

In return, you will have the opportunity to lead a specialist service that makes a meaningful difference to the lives of people who require highly skilled, compassionate, and outcome-focused support.

Join us and play a key role in delivering safe, effective, and innovative forensic and behavioural support services that help people thrive.

For an informal discussion please contact Fran Armstrong, Acting Head of Service,

At this point in time we are not able to offer a Visa sponsorship in this role due to operational reasons

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory reference history of at least two years, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of Right to Work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and amendments to the exemptions order, which mean that certain offences are ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed, guidance on the "filtering" of offences can be found at New filtering rules for DBS certificates (from 28 November 2020 onwards) -  ()