Service Manager

Service Manager – Adult Social Care Location: Crawley Salary: £60,000 + Benefits An established and values-led care provider is looking for an experienced Service Manager to lead and develop a specialist adult social care service. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate leader who can deliver high-quality, person-centred care, drive service performance, and support a dedicated team to achieve outstanding outcomes for the people they support. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the day-to-day management of the service and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. • Lead, motivate and develop care teams, including recruitment, performance management and staff development. • Drive continuous improvement, maintaining excellent standards of care and service delivery. • Manage budgets, resources and KPIs effectively to ensure operational success. • Build positive relationships with commissioners, regulatory bodies, families and other stakeholders. • Ensure safeguarding, health & safety and best practice standards are consistently maintained. About You • Hold a relevant Nursing or Social Care qualification. • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or equivalent). • Previous experience managing or supervising within a care setting. • Strong leadership, communication and people management skills. • Sound understanding of CQC/regulatory requirements, safeguarding and employment practices. • Confident managing budgets, performance metrics and service improvement initiatives. What's on Offer? • Opportunity to lead a well-established service with a respected care provider. • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Ongoing training and professional development. • A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to people's lives every day. If you're an experienced care professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.