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Housing with Care Services Manager  

Cambridge and Melbourn  

£52,409.22 per annum (£1,927.37 pro rata for 28 hours)  

28 hours per week ideally over 4 days  

About the role 

We are looking for a Housing with Care Services Manager to lead, manage and develop our Housing with Care services in keeping with our values and way of working, so that our tenants and clients in the community are able to flourish. 

This role will be responsible for three Housing with Care Schemes – two in Cambridge and one in Melbourn (South Cambridgeshire). 

You will be required to work one day per week at each scheme and one day per week either at our Head Office or working from home. 

The successful candidate will manage the domiciliary care services in keeping with the Care Quality Commission’s Inspection Framework, whilst creating and promoting an inclusive and positive culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team. 

You will manage the care and support planning of clients, ensuring that each client has a flexible, individual care and support plan which meets their assessed needs. Maintaining links with community health services, ensuring that clients receive the best possible health care. 

In this role, you will manage, support and develop your direct reports, and ensure that your wider team are managed and supervised effectively. 

About you 

We are looking for someone who has proven experience of working in a senior management capacity in a relevant care setting, with experience of recruiting, selecting and managing employees. 

You will be organised and efficient, a strategic thinker with the ability to lead, motivate, support and develop a team of employees, acting assertively and calmly, inspiring confidence in others. 

You will have proven experience of contributing to the budget planning process, monitoring and working within agreed budgets 

You will have knowledge and understanding of the Health and Social Care Act 2014 and the Care Quality Commission and how this impacts the delivery of care. You will understand safeguarding; have knowledge and understanding of the physical, social, cultural and emotional needs of older people and how best to meet them, including people with dementia, mental health, disability or learning difficulties. 

The successful candidate will act as the Registered Manager in relation to CQC, providing regulatory updates and notifications, when necessary, as well as being the Designated Safeguarding Person for these services. 

For an informal chat about the post, please contact Andrew Church, Director of Communities or Dawn Bozok, HR Advisor.

Please note that Andrew will be available on 7th August and from 18th -22nd August. 

Candidates will be required to complete online assessments as part of the recruitment process Please note this position is subject to a clear Enhanced DBS Disclosure. If you are registered with the online DBS Update Service, this may expedite your application process. 

We can offer

• p>Employee discount scheme (retail, leisure, gym membership and fitness equipment)

• Doctor Care Anywhere (telehealth service offering private online GP and nurse appointments via video and phone)

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice)

• One day off a year to volunteer for a charity of your choice

• 30 days holiday, increasing to 35 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff), depending on length of service

• Holiday purchase scheme- up to 5 days per annum (pro rata for part-time staff)

• Company sick pay

• 58p per mile business mileage allowance

• Refer a friend scheme (£250)

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Contributory pension scheme, which both you and CHS contribute to

• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

• Flexible Working Policy

• Full induction

• Comprehensive free training and development opportunities with paid time off

• Free DBS (for relevant posts)

• Free onsite/nearby parking

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 31st August 2025 

Interviews to be held: Wednesday 10th September 2025 

• Lead and manage a team of nurses, carers, and support workers, providing clinical guidance and professional development.
• Develop, implement, and review individualized care plans in collaboration with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Conduct regular clinical audits, risk assessments, and quality assurance checks to maintain high standards of care.
• Oversee the effective administration of medication and clinical procedures.
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, families, referring agencies, and external healthcare providers.
• Manage staff rotas, workload allocation, and performance management.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and evidence-based practice within the care team.
• Handle safeguarding referrals and act as a key contact for safeguarding concerns.
• Participate in on-call rotas as required.

• Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with a valid NMC pin.
• Significant post-registration experience in community nursing, domiciliary care, or a related social care setting.
• Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role within healthcare.
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations and quality frameworks.
• Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills.
• Proficiency in using electronic patient record systems.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle for community visits.
• A genuine passion for delivering outstanding care and supporting vulnerable individuals.

Locations: London, Kent, Surrey, East Sussex, Berkshire
Salary: £40,000 – £2,000 DOE + Car Allowance
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Peripatetic Manager to provide leadership and operational support across adult social care services. Working across multiple locations, you will step into services that require additional support, offering stability, driving compliance, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support in line with regulatory and contractual standards.

This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for a confident leader with proven experience in service turnaround, crisis management, and quality improvement.

• Provide operational management in services requiring support or improvement.

• Work collaboratively with Service Improvement Managers and the Head of Quality to design and implement improvement plans.

• Mentor and coach staff teams to embed sustainable improvements and raise standards of practice.

• Establish and oversee quality assurance systems to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with external stakeholders, including local authorities and regulators.

• Act as an investigator and advisor on compliance and safeguarding matters, escalating concerns appropriately.

• Produce accurate and timely reports on progress against agreed targets.

• Promote a culture of accountability, safeguarding, and continuous improvement across services.

• Strong background in adult social care and/or learning disabilities .

• Experience at management level , with proven ability to lead services in crisis or requiring improvement.

• In-depth understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks.

• Skilled in emergency management, service turnaround, and project delivery .

• Strong coaching, mentoring, and leadership skills to drive sustainable change.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

• Competitive salary package ( 0,000 – £4 000 DOE).

• Car allowance.

• A dynamic role with real impact, supporting services to achieve and sustain high-quality standards.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you are a motivated social care leader with the expertise to stabilise, support, and transform services, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and play a key role in driving service excellence.

Registered Care Service Manager
Location: Charing, Ashford – Kent
Salary: £30,000 – £2,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Full-time

Are you an experienced and passionate care professional ready to take on a leadership role? We are recruiting on behalf of a respected provider of specialist care services for a Registered Care Service Manager to lead one of their residential services for adults in the Charing area of Ashford, Kent.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference, working within a person-centred and supportive environment that values its staff and promotes continuous development.

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the service to ensure high-quality care is delivered

• Provide regular supervision and support to staff in line with organisational policies

• Participate in resident assessments and transitions, ensuring compatibility and personalised support planning

• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory standards, including CQC and Health & Safety requirements

• Promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports the personal development of service users

• Oversee risk assessments and ensure appropriate measures are in place

• Liaise professionally with external agencies and stakeholders

• Support recruitment, induction, and development of staff

• Monitor budgets and maintain accurate administrative records

• Participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of service delivery

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a care management or supervisory role within adult social care

• Excellent leadership and team management skills

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and regulatory standards

• The ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions

• A person-centred approach and commitment to high standards of care

• Excellent communication and organisational abilities

• Competitive salary ( 0,000 – £3 000 per annum)

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Flexible additional holiday purchase scheme

• Company-funded DBS

• Free training and development, including qualifications in Social Care

• Access to a wide range of free online courses

• Stakeholder pension scheme

• Free Employee Assistance Programme

• Annual staff awards and recognition schemes

• Clear opportunities for career progression

• Access to staff grants through the Care Foundation

This position is offered through a recruitment partner, and full client details will be provided upon invitation to interview.

If you are ready to step into a rewarding leadership role and contribute to a meaningful care environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to start your next chapter in care management.

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Locations: London, Kent, Surrey, East Sussex, Berkshire
Salary: £40,000 – £2,000 DOE + Car Allowance
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Peripatetic Manager to provide leadership and operational support across adult social care services. Working across multiple locations, you will step into services that require additional support, offering stability, driving compliance, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support in line with regulatory and contractual standards.

This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for a confident leader with proven experience in service turnaround, crisis management, and quality improvement.

• Provide operational management in services requiring support or improvement.

• Work collaboratively with Service Improvement Managers and the Head of Quality to design and implement improvement plans.

• Mentor and coach staff teams to embed sustainable improvements and raise standards of practice.

• Establish and oversee quality assurance systems to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with external stakeholders, including local authorities and regulators.

• Act as an investigator and advisor on compliance and safeguarding matters, escalating concerns appropriately.

• Produce accurate and timely reports on progress against agreed targets.

• Promote a culture of accountability, safeguarding, and continuous improvement across services.

• Strong background in adult social care and/or learning disabilities .

• Experience at management level , with proven ability to lead services in crisis or requiring improvement.

• In-depth understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks.

• Skilled in emergency management, service turnaround, and project delivery .

• Strong coaching, mentoring, and leadership skills to drive sustainable change.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

• Competitive salary package ( 0,000 – £4 000 DOE).

• Car allowance.

• A dynamic role with real impact, supporting services to achieve and sustain high-quality standards.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you are a motivated social care leader with the expertise to stabilise, support, and transform services, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and play a key role in driving service excellence.

Registered Care Service Manager
Location: Charing, Ashford – Kent
Salary: £30,000 – £2,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Full-time

Are you an experienced and passionate care professional ready to take on a leadership role? We are recruiting on behalf of a respected provider of specialist care services for a Registered Care Service Manager to lead one of their residential services for adults in the Charing area of Ashford, Kent.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference, working within a person-centred and supportive environment that values its staff and promotes continuous development.

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the service to ensure high-quality care is delivered

• Provide regular supervision and support to staff in line with organisational policies

• Participate in resident assessments and transitions, ensuring compatibility and personalised support planning

• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory standards, including CQC and Health & Safety requirements

• Promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports the personal development of service users

• Oversee risk assessments and ensure appropriate measures are in place

• Liaise professionally with external agencies and stakeholders

• Support recruitment, induction, and development of staff

• Monitor budgets and maintain accurate administrative records

• Participate in the out-of-hours on-call rota

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of service delivery

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a care management or supervisory role within adult social care

• Excellent leadership and team management skills

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and regulatory standards

• The ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions

• A person-centred approach and commitment to high standards of care

• Excellent communication and organisational abilities

• Competitive salary ( 0,000 – £3 000 per annum)

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Flexible additional holiday purchase scheme

• Company-funded DBS

• Free training and development, including qualifications in Social Care

• Access to a wide range of free online courses

• Stakeholder pension scheme

• Free Employee Assistance Programme

• Annual staff awards and recognition schemes

• Clear opportunities for career progression

• Access to staff grants through the Care Foundation

This position is offered through a recruitment partner, and full client details will be provided upon invitation to interview.

If you are ready to step into a rewarding leadership role and contribute to a meaningful care environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to start your next chapter in care management.

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Operations Manager – Primary Care Pharmacy Services

Location: Bradford City Centre (On-site only)

Salary: £40,000 – £0,000 per annum (DOE)

Full-Time | Permanent | Monday to Friday

Are you an experienced people leader ready to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment?

Do you have the resilience, drive, and structure to manage large clinical teams in primary care?

This award-winning healthcare organisation is scaling rapidly across the UK, partnering with NHS Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to deliver innovative pharmacy-led services that reduce pressure on GPs and improve patient outcomes. They are now looking for a proactive and organised Operations Manager to lead a portfolio of up to 40 clinical professionals, including pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

The Role:

You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day operational leadership of a national high-volume workforce, ensuring compliance, performance, and client satisfaction across multiple GP and PCN settings.

Reporting directly to the COO, this role will be varied, demanding, and critical to the organisation’s continued growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operationally manage a team of approx. 40 clinical staff across multiple PCN sites
• Oversee service delivery, compliance, and rota/leave management with support from virtual assistants
• Manage queries, complaints, and errors, ensuring appropriate action and resolution
• Track and report on KPIs (e.g. include complaints and error handling, annual leave tracking, patient/surgery feedback, meeting notes)
• Present formal service reviews to GP surgeries and PCN clients
• Support onboarding, training compliance, CPD and development plans
• Conduct regular staff meetings, maintain team engagement and ensure clear communication
• Contribute to internal process improvements and organic service growth
• Act as a key link between clinical teams and central support functions
• Operate in a fast-paced, high-volume environment requiring structure, flexibility, and hands-on leadership

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Experience managing large clinical or multidisciplinary teams (ideally 30–50 people)
• Strong operational background within primary care, PCNs or ICBs (essential)
• Comfortable working in non-hybrid roles with on-site responsibilities
• Resilient and highly organised; thrives under pressure and rapid change
• Able to work at pace while remaining detail-focused and people-oriented
• Confident presenting performance data and outcomes to clients and stakeholders
• Strong understanding of NHS operational frameworks and PCN models
• Familiarity with EMIS / SystmOne is desirable

Why Join?

• £40,00 – £5 000 salary depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Defined career path with opportunity to step into senior leadership
• Highly supportive senior leadership and peer network
• Access to employee perks including wellbeing resources and retail/travel discounts
• Chance to contribute to one of the UK’s fastest-growing primary care providers

For a confidential discussion, contact Tom Fitch on 02393 874295 or send your CV to

Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a recruitment consultancy for this permanent vacancy.

Referral Bonus: Recommend someone for this role and receive £2 in John Lewis vouchers when they’re successfully placed.

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Support Services Manager to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in CH&CO on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a Support Services Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 4 out of 7 days

Could you bring your spark to CH&CO? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and overseeing cleaning, catering, retail, portering, Pest and security services
• Ensuring service excellence, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency across all sites
• Ensuring continuous improvement in service delivery is maintained, delivered and increased
• Managing budgets and supplier relationships effectively
• Leading and motivating diverse teams to achieve high performance and customer satisfaction
• Liaising with hospital management and team as required
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and industry standards.

About You:

• Proven experience in managing hospital support services
• Strong leadership and operational management skills
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance requirements
• Ability to manage budgets, contracts, and supplier relationships effectively
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Job Reference: com/1908/42692001/52757807/WJ #Gather and Gather

CH&CO, a part of Compass Group UK&I, is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Support Services Manager
Force: Lincolnshire Police
Location: Grantham Station, Swingbridge Road, Lincolnshire, NG31 7XT

Role Details:

• Temporary Assignment until March 2026
• Salary: 20.09 per hour
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Working Pattern:
• Monday-Thursday: 08:30 - 16:30
• Friday: 08:30 - 16:00
• Office Based

Job Purpose:

The postholder will be responsible for managing a variety of support functions across the Force. You will ensure the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused support service that underpins the strategic aims of Lincolnshire Police and the Police & Crime Commissioner.

As one of three Support Services Managers, you will supervise, coordinate and develop staff, oversee workloads, and manage specialist areas such as seized evidential property, equipment provision, purchasing, caretaking and courier services, support services, and budget management. Each role will include a defined specialism, for example crime/operational/major incident budgets, uniform stores and vehicle recovery, or covert accounts.

The role supports the Business Support Manager and requires adherence to Force Values and the Code of Ethics.

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver effective support services to Force departments.
• Provide positive leadership and supervision to staff, including PDRs, training and recruitment.
• Manage day-to-day resources, staff welfare, leave, and absence.
• Ensure completion of mandatory training such as Health & Safety and Data Protection.
• Implement changes in response to evolving demand, legislation, or internal needs.
• Manage service performance against Force standards and policies.
• Control and forecast devolved budgets, authorising requisitions and monitoring spend.
• Oversee contracts for services such as stationery, furniture, and vehicle recovery.
• Manage stock control procedures.
• Act as a contact for facilities, building maintenance, H&S, security systems, and contractors.
• Attend Force, regional and national meetings as required.
• Respond to correspondence, complaints, and public queries.
• Operate and reconcile petty cash accounts and raise debtor accounts.
• Manage evidential property including firearms, drugs, cash and valuables, maintaining records in the NICHE system and arranging specialist disposals.
• Carry out six-monthly audits of property management stores.
• Provide resilience across Support Services and deputise for the Business Support Manager when required.

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration, Finance, or equivalent
• Management and supervision of staff including motivation and development
• Management of a diverse portfolio of services
• Effective budget management within timeframes
• Experience of managing change and achieving efficiency savings
• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and O365
• Ability to produce clear, concise reports
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and numerical skills
• Excellent organisational and workload planning skills
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build strong relationships across the organisation, including senior officers
• Knowledge of procurement and financial regulations
• Understanding of the organisation's strategic vision

If you have the skills for this role, please apply. If your CV is shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will be in touch to discuss submitting an application to the Force.

Please note, due to Police Criteria, you must have lived in the UK for at least the last 3 years continuously to apply for this role. Anything less will not be considered.

Any Job Offer made by the Force will be subject to Police Vetting.

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