Service Manager - Acquired Brain Injury Unit
Stockport | Full-Time, 35 Hours per Week

Looking for your next big career move in care leadership? Want to make a real difference every day? This is your moment!

About the Role:
As Service Manager, you'll lead from the front — inspiring a dedicated team to deliver exceptional, person-centred care. Your leadership will shape everything from quality care outcomes and compliance to team development and financial performance.

You'll:

Provide clear direction, supervision, and motivation to your team.
Ensure high-quality, safe, and compliant care.
Champion a culture of dignity, independence, and empowerment.
Manage budgets and resources effectively.
Lead recruitment, training, and performance across the team.
Hold CQC registration for the service.
This is a challenging, rewarding, and truly exciting opportunity to be part of something special — supporting people with disabilities to live their best lives.

Who We're Looking For:
You're a confident leader with a strong track record in the care sector. You'll bring a mix of compassion, professionalism, and strategic thinking — with the drive to make a genuine impact.

You'll need:

A recognised nursing or social care qualification (and relevant registration).
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or willing to work towards it).
Experience leading care teams or services.
Excellent safeguarding knowledge.
Strong budget management and organisational skills.
Fantastic people skills — with a warm, supportive leadership style.
Experience across departments such as therapy, transport, catering, and maintenance (bonus!).

What you'll get:

✅ Wagestream - access earned pay anytime
✅ Free DBS / PVG / AccessNI check
✅ Free Blue Light Card
✅ Excellent pension scheme with 3x salary life cover
✅ Generous annual leave + buy/sell options
✅ Cash Health Plan - reclaim optical, dental & other costs
✅ Funded training, apprenticeships & qualifications
✅ Unlimited Refer a Friend bonus scheme
✅ Cycle-to-work scheme
✅ Employee Assistance Programme