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Service Manager - Supported Accommodation 16
Job Posted: 13 days ago
Salary: £ 38,000 - 44,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Expire in: 15 days
Job Description
Buttons Recruitment are recruiting a Service Manager – for a Supported Accommodation (16+) Site based in Norwich, Norfolk
Location: Norwich (with a dash of flexibility across service sites)
Salary: £38,000 – £44,000 (experience = £££)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours/week + occasional evenings/weekends (we call it “being awesome on-call”)
Reports to: The Director / Nominated Individual
Our Client doesn't just offer accommodation—they offer launchpads for young people aged 16+ stepping into independence. Their mission? To build resilience, spark confidence, and help young adults write their own success stories. We’re all about safe spaces, strong support, and serious empowerment.
Now, on the hunt for a Service Manager who’s got the brains, the heart, and the hustle to lead their supported accommodation services. If you know your way around Ofsted’s Supported Accommodation Standards and have a knack for inspiring teams, we want to hear from you.
Your Mission (Should You Choose to Accept It)
Lead the charge in delivering top-tier supported accommodation for young people. You’ll be the Registered Service Manager with Ofsted, steering the ship through regulations, inspections, and everyday brilliance. Your leadership will shape a safe, nurturing environment where young people thrive.
What You’ll Be Doing
Leadership & Team Magic
* Be the kind of Service Manager / Leader people want to follow.
* Recruit, train, and develop a dream team of support staff.
* Keep morale high, standards higher, and training up-to-date.
Regulations & Safeguarding
* Stay on top of the Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023.
* Be our safeguarding superhero—robust, reliable, and ready.
* Prep like a pro for Ofsted registration and inspections.
Partnerships & People Skills
* Build solid relationships with local authorities, social workers, and external agencies.
* Represent Helpers Avenue like a boss in meetings and forums.
* Keep families and professionals in the loop—always.
Strategy & Growth
* Help grow and evolve the 16+ service.as the Registered Service Manager
* Keep an eye on the budget and the bigger picture.
Spot opportunities for improvement and run with them.
What You’ll Need to Bring
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership (or working towards it).
* 2+ years in a senior role within supported accommodation or youth services.
* Deep knowledge of regulations, safeguarding, and Ofsted standards.
* Proven leadership chops and a passion for making a difference.
* Communication skills that make people say, “Wow.”
Bonus Points If You Have…
* A degree in Social Care, Youth Work, or similar.
* Experience managing a 16+ service.
* Skills supporting young people with complex needs.
* A driving licence and access to a vehicle (for those cross-site adventures).
Safeguarding Matters We’re serious about safeguarding. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and qualification verification. Because safety isn’t optional—it’s essential. Please do not apply if you do not have the full Right to Work in the Uk or require sponsorship. As our client is unable to offer this
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