Job Description

Job Summary ( for a full copy of the , please contact Lindsay Roome on the details below)

Day Services Manager , ( Quality, Safeguarding & Service Development)

Location:

Ripon, North Yorkshire

Salary:

34,000 - 40,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours:

Full-time, 30-37 hours per week

Contract:

Permanent

Closing Date:

Wednesday 19th November

Interviews:

Monday 24th November

Make a meaningful impact. Lead services that change lives.

Ripon Community Link, based at the beautiful Ripon Walled Garden, is a highly respected and vibrant local charity dedicated to supporting adults with learning disabilities to live fulfilling, connected, and meaningful lives. We are looking for an experienced, driven and passionate individual to join our Senior Leadership Team as

Day Services Manager

This is a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-quality, person-centered day services. You will lead on safeguarding, service development, staff management, fee negotiations, and positive behaviour support. You'll also drive community engagement and the recruitment of new service users to ensure long-term sustainability.

We are seeking someone with strong values, leadership experience in adult social care, teaching or health, and a commitment to enabling people to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of high quality, person centred day services As Designated Safeguarding Lead, champion Safeguarding embedding a strong safeguarding culture Support, lead and guide a passionate staff team including recruitment, development and line management Plan and develop an appropriate skills mix across the service Lead on Member recruitment and promotion of the service Implement and oversee Positive Behaviour Support Work with the CEO on contracting, fee negotiation, and budgeting Build relationships with families, commissioners, and partners

What You'll Bring:

Leadership experience in adult social care, ideally with learning disabilities Knowledge of safeguarding, MCA/DoLS, and PBS Experience in managing contracts, staff teams, and service quality Passion for inclusion, empowerment, and person-centred care Have a Level 5 Qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Why Join Us?

A meaningful, people-focused role where your work has a direct impact on improving local lives of people with learning Disability Be part of a strong team culture and supportive leadership Opportunities for CPD and strategic input where you will help to shape the future of our services A beautiful unique working environment at Ripon Walled garden, working within a strong and supportive team of staff and volunteers, where nature, community and purpose all come together.

To apply:

Please send your CV , along with a supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) outlining how you meet the person specification to: pa@riponwalledgarden.org.

For an informal visit or discussions please contact Lindsay Roome on 01765 609229.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/11/2025