About Chessel Support Services
Chessel Support Services is a growing provider of high-quality supported living and residential services across Southampton and Waterlooville.
We support adults with:
- Learning disabilities
- Autism
- Acquired brain injuries (ABI)
- Physical disabilities
- Mental health needs
- Behaviours of concern
Our aim is to provide person-centred support that promotes independence, dignity, choice, and positive outcomes for the people we support.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead our Supported Living Services and help us continue delivering outstanding care and support.
The Role
As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the operational management, quality, compliance, and development of our Supported Living Services across Southampton and Waterlooville.
You will provide strong leadership to Team Leaders and Support Workers, ensuring services are safe, effective, person-centred, and compliant with all regulatory requirements.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manager who is passionate about making a difference and developing high-performing teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain compliance with CQC regulations and relevant legislation.
- Lead, motivate, and develop Team Leaders and Support Workers.
- Ensure high standards of care and support are delivered across all services.
- Oversee safeguarding concerns, incidents, investigations, and risk management.
- Monitor service quality through audits, action plans, and continuous improvement.
- Manage staffing levels, recruitment, induction, supervision, and performance management.
- Build positive relationships with service users, families, professionals, commissioners, and stakeholders.
- Ensure support plans and risk assessments are accurate, person-centred, and regularly reviewed.
- Manage budgets and resources effectively.
- Participate in the management on-call rota.
- Promote a positive culture that reflects the values of Chessel Support Services.
Essential Requirements
✔ Previous management experience within Supported Living, Residential Care, or Domiciliary Care
✔ Strong knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding, and health and social care legislation
✔ Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries, physical disabilities, mental health needs, and behaviours of concern
✔ Experience managing and developing staff teams
✔ Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
✔ Ability to manage multiple services and priorities effectively
✔ Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes (essential)
✔ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
Desirable
- Previous experience as a CQC Registered Manager
- Experience working with local authorities and commissioners
- Experience managing multiple services or locations
- Experience within supported living environments
What We Offer
- £33,000 annual salary
- Annual performance bonus
- Company pension scheme
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunities for career progression
- Supportive and experienced senior management team
- Blue Light Card eligibility
- Employee Assistance Programme
Why Join Us?
At Chessel Support Services, we are passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred support that enables people to live fulfilling and independent lives. We value our staff and believe that great support starts with great leadership.
If you are looking for a rewarding management role where you can genuinely make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Chessel Support Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and right-to-work verification.
Pay: £30,306.53-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
