Service Manager for Jordan

We are recruiting a Service Manager for Jordan who lives in his own home in Gateshead on a Hybrid working basis.

We are seeking a hands-on enthusiastic Service Manager who can motivate and develop a positive workplace culture within a team. Our service is not one-size fits all – it’s designed around each individual, entirely focused on the person, bespoke to their wants and needs.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day operational service and a team of support workers where you will provide guidance and supervision in a well-led manner.

Why join our team?

We prioritise the well-being of our employees, believing in looking after our employees just as much as we do the people we support. Our priorities include offering support, coaching, and a reflective space to help you thrive. Join a collaborative team that works creatively to achieve shared goals. The benefits of working with us include:

Hybrid role – 1 day office based, and 1 service visit a week.

£31,200.00 per annum

28 days annual leave + up to 4 additional leave days (1 for each year of service)

Company pension

Full induction & ongoing paid training

Retail discounts

Medical Cashback Plan (after probation)

Employee Assistance Programme

Continuous professional & personal development

Career progression opportunities

About Jordan

Hi, my name is Jordan, I have a Learning Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and Tic Disorder. I struggle communicating which can lead to significant challenging behaviour, my team support me to overcome this with distraction techniques and engagement.

I am strong and determined and won’t let my challenges get the better of me. I am very kind, curious and active and have a great sense of humour. I enjoy being outdoors playing tag or kicking my ball around with my team, I like playing with my toys and relaxing in my toy room, drawing and writing in my books. I am very sociable and love to spend time with those around me, this can be walking, singing and/or dancing; one of my favourite songs is Celebration. I enjoy learning new skills with the help of my team. I have a car which I go out most days in for drives to places I like to visit. I enjoy spending time with my family who visit regular, and I go out for drives with them.

About you

You will

• Put Jordan first and appreciate him for the amazing person he is
• Stand by him through tough times and be resilient
• Assess situations with patience and empathy
• Bring a lively, friendly, and caring personality
• Have a good sense of humour and be able to share jokes and pranks
• Be trustworthy, loyal, and upfront, with strong boundaries
• Follow routines and be flexible and creative when needed
• Communicate well and be reliable and supportive
• About the role

We are looking for a Service Manager to

Visit Jordan and his team at his home on a regular basis

Manage Jordan's team’s training, annual leave and rotas

Manage the finances within Jordan's service. This includes Seco Support finances as well as Jordan's

Be responsible for ensuring that Employment Hero is completed for all team members and up to date

Complete formal supervisions, probations and appraisals in line with Seco timescales

Be responsible for updating risk assessments and support plans

Ensure Jordan's service is compliant with CQC standards

Lead reviews and ensure updates are made to Jordan's support and PBS plan

Meet regularly with Jordan's parents and professional team

Interview and support new team members

Be part of a local on call service

Provide direct support to Jordan should this be required

About us

We support adults and young people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health difficulties to live independently in the community. As a compassionate, person-centred company, we focus on creating individualised support packages that empower people to live fulfilling lives. We believe everyone deserves to have deep, caring and meaningful relationships, the right to grow and develop and have access to a safe and welcoming home.

We believe services should be tailored to each individual and that creativity and thinking outside the box are key to delivering bespoke support.

An NVQ 3 or equivalent Health & Social Care Diploma is essential. Minimum 2 years’ experience in managing a service supporting vulnerable adults with autism and learning disabilities.

Full training will be provided through Seco Supports induction programme and online learning. Full referencing and a full enhanced check of the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) will be required for this position.

If you want to join Jordan's journey and be part of his team, please complete an application. We look forward to hearing from you.