Job Description

46,000 - 52,000 per annum | Full-time | St Teresa's, Penzance

"It's about leading by example - supporting my team so they can give the very best care every single day."


That's how one of our Registered Managers describes their role. If you're a confident, compassionate leader who's ready to inspire others and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

A home, not just a service

Our St Teresa's supports adults with learning disabilities and additional needs to live their lives their way. We're a relaxed, supportive, people-focused service where every day is different - from helping someone achieve a new personal goal to celebrating milestones together.

Your working hours

This is a full-time role, with flexibility to work across weekdays and weekends. You may also be required to travel or stay away overnight to support your service. Typical hours and arrangements will be agreed to suit the needs of the service.

Why you'll love working here

As well as providing support for your wellbeing and development, we offer a fantastic range of benefits:

28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 every year up to 33 days) Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday Free Blue Light Card: Exclusive discounts and benefits Contributory Pension Scheme & competitive life cover Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertips Career development: Opportunities for recognised qualifications and leadership training Free DBS check Employee Assistance Programme - support when you need it most

What you'll do

As a Service Manager with Leonard Cheshire, you will provide clear direction, management and supervision of a great staff team. Leading with passion and enthusiasm to ensure the service is well run, you will promote positive outcomes for disabled people with a flexible and proactive approach.

In addition to the delivery of great care, you will ensure the service is fully compliant regarding health and safety management and fulfil statutory obligations. Working within budgetary requirements is essential and operating a financially sound service.

As a successful manager you will handle recruitment, on-going training, development and performance needs of your staff, ensuring the achievement of national minimum care standard requirements. You will also hold registration for the service.

This is a challenging yet really exciting opportunity, offering you the chance to grow and develop as a member of the LC management team, further enhancing their already successful career as a care professional.

What helps you shine here

Recognised nursing or social care qualification and registration (as appropriate) Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or equivalent) Proven experience in a supervisory or management role within care Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills A warm, supportive, and motivating approach Flexibility to travel and participate in on-call duties as required

About Leonard Cheshire

We are one of the UK's most respected providers of care and supported living services, with 87% of our services rated 'good' or 'very good' by regulators. Established over 75 years ago, we exist to support disabled people to live, learn, and work as independently as possible.

Ready to apply?

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.