Service Manager Learning Disabilities; Temporary

Position: Service Manager Learning Disabilities (Temporary)
Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Service Manager – Learning Disabilities (Supported Living)

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent, ST4

Hours:

Full Time – 37.5 hours

Contract:

Temporary to Permanent (after 13 weeks)
Recruiter:
Hippo Staffing, recruiting on behalf of a specialist care provider

Hippo Staffing are recruiting on behalf of a valued client for an experienced Service Manager Learning Disabilities to oversee a Supported Living service in Stoke-on-Trent. This modern service consists of a 12-apartment complex supporting adults with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, autism and mental health needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Service Manager Learning Disabilities who is passionate about high-quality, person-centred care and confident in leading and developing staff teams.

Key Responsibilities

As the Service Manager Learning Disabilities, you will:

* Provide clear, structured day-to-day leadership to ensure the service delivers exceptional support.

* Be vigilant and proactive in reporting any safeguarding concerns regarding vulnerable individuals.

* Support the growth and development of the service while upholding the organisation’s values and culture.

* Recruit, support, and develop new team members, identifying training needs and working with internal training teams.

* Lead staff to enable service users to live fulfilling, independent lives based on their individual goals.

* Participate in interviews for new care packages alongside senior management.

* Ensure appropriate risk assessments are in place and implemented effectively.

* Oversee induction and assessment programmes for new service users.

* Promote a person-centred, needs-led approach aligned with organisational values, policies, and CQC standards.

* Maintain positive working relationships with key external stakeholders including Adult Social Care, Health partners, CCGs and other professionals.

* Ensure excellent communication across the service, external agencies, and service users’ support networks.

* Work collaboratively with external clinical or specialist partners such as NAS, SaLT, and psychological services.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal Service Manager Learning Disabilities will have:

* Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to support and develop teams.

* Maybo Level 2 training (or willingness to complete upon appointment).

* A minimum Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care.

* Previous experience within Supported Living or Residential services.

* Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or mental health conditions (highly advantageous).

* Willingness to undertake further professional development (Level 3 or 4 Health & Social Care, Level 5 Diploma in Management).

* The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

Permanent Benefits (after 13 weeks)

Once you transition to a permanent Service Manager Learning Disabilities role, you’ll receive:

* Basic salary of £31,485 per annum

* Birthday off plus 25 days’ holiday

* Free DBS Check

* Continuous learning & development opportunities, including bespoke training and apprenticeships

* Access to leadership development programmes

* Health cashback scheme and pension scheme

* £500 refer-a-friend bonus (unlimited referrals)

* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

* Blue Light Discount Scheme

* Eligibility for Costco membership

If you are an experienced Service Manager Learning Disabilities looking for your next opportunity to make a real impact in specialist supported living, Hippo Staffing would love to hear from you