Service Manager - Supported Accommodation

Service Manager - Supported Accommodation Lower Wortley, Leeds - Must live within a commutable distance Full-time, Permanent Salary: £35,000 per annum + bonus upon registration and full occupancy About MK Homes and Support Ltd MK Homes and Support Ltd is a family-oriented health and social care provider, passionate about delivering high-quality support to vulnerable young people. We are launching a new supported accommodation service for 16 to 18-year-olds in Lower Wortley, Leeds, offering a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and motivated leader to play a key role in shaping and developing the service from the ground up. If you are looking for a role where you can truly make an impact, influence the direction of a service, and empower young people to achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you. The Role As Registered Service Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the supported accommodation service, ensuring high standards of care, compliance, and team performance. You will lead, develop and support a dedicated team, ensuring that young people are at the heart of everything you do while maintaining full compliance with Ofsted and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include: Oversee the daily operations of the supported accommodation service, ensuring high-quality support is delivered at all timesLead on compliance with Ofsted regulations, including audits, quality assurance and continuous improvementDevelop, implement and review individual support plans tailored to the needs of young peopleRecruit, manage and develop staff, providing effective supervision, guidance and performance managementFoster a positive, supportive and high-performing team environmentCarry out risk assessments and ensure safeguarding and health & safety standards are consistently metBuild positive relationships with young people, families and external stakeholdersContribute to operational and strategic planning, supporting the growth and development of the serviceRepresent MK Homes and Support within the local community and professional networks Qualifications and Experience At least 2 years’ recent experience (within the last 5 years) in a relevant setting, such as supported accommodation, residential care or leaving care servicesProven experience of managing or supervising staff within a care environmentStrong understanding of Ofsted standards and regulatory requirementsExperience supporting young people with complex needs, including those affected by trauma, abuse or exploitationA confident leader with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire a teamEither hold, or be willing to work towards, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England)Must live within a commutable distance to Leeds Why choose MK Care? Bonus upon registration and full occupancyOngoing training and continued professional developmentSupportive and hands-on management teamOpportunity to shape and grow a new serviceA positive, professional and rewarding working environmentAnnual leave increasing with length of serviceWell-being initiatives and support Interested in this Registered Service Manager role? Apply now with your updated CV.

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