Job Description

Job Title: Business Development Manager - Supported Living / Adult Social Care

Location:

Winnersh (RG41), with travel as required

Salary:

45,000 - 50,000 per annum + mileage reimbursement

Working Arrangements:

Fridays are working from home days!

About Us

Care Assurance LTD is a growing and ambitious supported living provider. We deliver person-centred care and housing solutions for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and complex care requirements. Our mission is to work alongside local authorities, ICBs, and housing partners to provide high-quality, meaningful services that make a real difference.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Business Development Manager to drive our growth strategy and secure new contracts, partnerships, and placements. This role is ideal for someone who understands the supported living or adult social care sector and has a track record of successful tender writing, stakeholder engagement, and service expansion.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Growth

Identify and pursue new business opportunities with local authorities, ICBs, and housing providers Conduct market research to inform service expansion and development plans Build relationships with key decision-makers, including commissioners and brokers Support the opening of new schemes and expansion into target boroughs

Referral & Placement Strategy

Develop and manage a structured referrals and placements process Monitor and improve occupancy and conversion rates Work with operational teams to ensure client assessments are aligned with service delivery

Tendering & Bid Management

Lead the identification and submission of tenders via platforms such as Proactis, Delta, and In-Tend Write high-quality, compliant, and persuasive Expressions of Interest and bids Manage tender portals, documentation, and deadlines effectively Maintain a bid tracker and support shared documentation systems

Partnerships & Promotion

Represent Care Assurance at relevant sector events, meetings, and forums Build strategic partnerships with housing associations, care providers, and commissioners Support marketing efforts including presentations, LinkedIn engagement, and promotional materials

What We're Looking For

Essential

Minimum 2 years' experience in business development, tendering, or stakeholder engagement in supported living, adult social care, or housing Strong understanding of local authority commissioning and procurement Proven success in writing bids and securing contracts or placements Excellent written and verbal communication skills Commercially minded with strong organisational and time management skills

Desirable

Experience in securing supported living contracts or framework listings Knowledge of adult social care funding (housing benefit, support packages) Familiarity with the needs of adults with learning disabilities, autism, or complex care Understanding of CQC regulations and the Care Act 2014

What We Offer

45,000 - 50,000 per annum salary Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel Ongoing training and professional development Opportunity to shape and grow a forward-thinking care provider Supportive and ambitious leadership team

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining your relevant experience and why you're interested in joining Care Assurance LTD.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Bereavement leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee discount Enhanced paternity leave On-site parking Referral programme
Experience:

Business development: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person