Care Manager

Location: ‎Redhill, Reigate, Horley

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £39,346 per year

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and compassionate Care Manager to lead a supported living service, supporting adults with complex autism needs within a specialist setting. This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-led organisation dedicated to supporting autistic adults with complex needs to live safe, fulfilling, and independent lives within their communities.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-led organisation that is committed to delivering person-centred support and empowering individuals to live fulfilling and independent lives within their communities. The successful Care Manager will oversee either a multi-service complex or a smaller supported living service, ensuring high-quality care delivery, strong team leadership, and positive outcomes for the people supported.

About the Role

As a Care Manager, you will be responsible for the overall day-to-day management of the service, ensuring safe, effective, and person-centred support is delivered at all times. You will lead, supervise, and develop a team of support staff, ensuring they have the skills, knowledge, and confidence to meet the diverse and evolving needs of the individuals they support.

You will oversee care planning, risk management, quality assurance, safeguarding, staffing, and service performance, while ensuring compliance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 and all relevant regulatory requirements. The role also requires effective budget management, participation in key stakeholder meetings, and collaboration with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.

This position would suit an experienced manager who is passionate about complex care, confident leading teams, and committed to delivering outstanding support within supported living environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of supported living services for individuals with complex care needs.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred support that promotes independence, choice, and wellbeing.
• Recruit, supervise, coach, and develop support staff to maintain a skilled and motivated workforce.
• Oversee care plans, risk assessments, safeguarding processes, and incident management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, organisational policies, and best practice standards.
• Manage staffing levels, rota planning, and resource allocation to support effective service delivery.
• Monitor service quality through audits, reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with individuals, families, commissioners, healthcare professionals, and external agencies.
• Manage service budgets and resources effectively, ensuring financial sustainability.
• Participate in operational meetings, service reviews, and organisational development initiatives.
• Provide leadership during incidents, emergencies, and complex situations when required.
• Occasionally support frontline service delivery to maintain continuity of care.

About You

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care Leadership (or equivalent).
• Previous management experience within supported living or community-based care services.
• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, personality disorders, or other complex needs.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and support teams.
• Good understanding of safeguarding, risk management, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing complex care packages and supporting positive outcomes for individuals.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and make informed decisions under pressure.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach with a commitment to high-quality care.
• Driving Licence

Benefits

• Enhanced pay during maternity, paternity, or adoption leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free legal support and counselling.
• Support for achieving Social Care qualifications (levels 3 and 5).
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Financial rewards for successful recruitment referrals.
• Inclusive, friendly, and supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive induction programme with training for a successful start in your role as a Care Manager.

At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core valuesIntegrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovationguide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel.

As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments.

We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong.

Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes.

The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required.