Referrals & Development Lead/Manager

Referrals & Development Lead/Manager

Yorkshire  

A values‑driven organisation is seeking a Referrals & Development Lead/Manager to support the growth of specialist supported living services for people with learning disabilities, autistic people and individuals with complex needs throughout Yorkshire.

This is a chance to join a growing business at a crucial time, in an influential role as Referrals & Development Lead/Manager.

You’ll oversee the full referral process — from initial enquiry to assessment, transition and placement — ensuring every move is safe, person‑centred and well‑coordinated. You’ll also contribute to wider service development, including feasibility assessments, business cases and the opening of new supported living services.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage referrals from enquiry through to placement
• Coordinate assessments, visits and transition planning
• Work closely with operational and clinical teams
• Build relationships with Local Authorities, ICBs and housing partners
• Support new service development and openings
• Complete feasibility assessments and business cases
• Ensure new developments meet CQC, NICE and regulatory standards
• Contribute to quality, governance and operational planning

About You

• Strong experience in Health & Social Care referrals or service development
• Skilled in working with commissioners and MDTs
• Knowledge of supported living and complex transitions
• Excellent organisation, communication and stakeholder engagement
• Confident decision‑maker with a person‑centred approach
• Level 5 qualification desirable
• Full UK driving licence

The organisation will offer you

• Flexible working options
• Mileage and business expenses
• Ongoing learning and career development
• Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
• Opportunity to shape future service growth