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Job Introduction

We have an opportunity as a Supported Living Manager at our services in Northumberland. The Supported Living Manager will be responsible for managing 2 properties within Northumberland. We have one service which has recently opened in Cramlington. The scheme consists of eight self-contained apartments. We also have a scheme which is currently under development and due to open in August 2025. This is in the heart of Bedlington and will consist of 12 self-contained apartments. Both services will provide intensive housing related support for adults who may have enduring mental health backgrounds, autism, learning disabilities or physical health needs.

Everyone has their own unique reason for choosing Turning Point. It might be our passion for making a difference – not a profit organisation. Whatever your reason, you’ll enjoy working with like–minded people who believe in inspiring people to create positive change.

Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organization is held together by a shared vision – and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, creating environments where everyone can thrive, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.

Role Responsibility

As the manager, your focus will always be on ensuring the delivery of consistently high-quality services. You and your team will develop and maintain flexible and realistic support plans using our excellent digital care management system in collaboration with the people we support, family members and other professionals. You will be responsible for everyday operational management.

This position would also suit a Team Manager/Team Leader someone who currently has management responsibilities, who is looking to take that next step in their career into a more senior management position. You will be managing a team through a time of change and having a background in a supporting living setting will be an advantage. Flexibility is essential and you should also have a full driving license and access to a car.

The Ideal Candidate

Previous Management experience within the Learning Disability sector, preferably supported living.

Knowledge of CQC and experience of managing services which are governed by these regulations

Experience of improving services

Management experience of multiple properties

Sound understanding of supported living services

Experience of being accountable for budgets and how to ensure they remain within required parameters

Knowledge and experience of managing staff teams, developing talent and managing performance issues

Personal qualities to be able to motivate staff members, develop leadership and delegate skills

Positive communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability and experience of working alongside Commissioners, Stakeholders, Regulators and other parties who are involved with a service

You will be required to be part of an on call rota

About us

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.

You will get 32 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 34 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.

Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following the link below to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date. 

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