Overview
Domus are looking for a Services Manager in Canterbury to support a number of Young People within Supported Housing accommodations. Reporting into the Registered Manager (OFSTED), you will lead a team of dedicated Support Workers in leading the overall delivery of the service, through the management of the team and liaison.
Responsibilities
- Developing and maintaining relationships with partners, key stakeholders and external agencies
- Overseeing the overall delivery of the service
- Working closely with internal and external partners to achieve KPI’s
- Overseeing the service’s financial performance and managing the budget
- Managing the recruitment, performance and development of staff
- Flexibility around working hours is expected in accordance with the needs of the service
- Responsibility for health and safety in the service
The ideal candidate will have
Previous experience of working in a managerial role within a similar service, able to demonstrate strong interpersonal, leadership and problem-solving skillsExperience of working with Young People is essentialKnowledge of Ofsted RegulationsStrong communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressureCompassionate, caring, and hard working with a hands-on approach to supportExperience of working in a personalised way supporting service users to maximise opportunities for personal developmentProven ability to liaise effectively with statutory and voluntary partnersTravel is a requirement of the role; a full valid driving licence is essentialBenefits
25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus bank holidaysOccupational sick pay after 12 month’s service (for those on contracted hours only and subject to qualifying period)Confidential 24 / 7 employee advice service (Includes medical and legal advice)Cycle to Work schemeFinancial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage adviceAttractive contributory pension planLife assuranceHow to apply
If you are interested in the above vacancy, please contact Michael White at Domus Recruitment.
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Job Info
Job Title : Service ManagerCompany : Domus RecruitmentLocation : Maidstone, KentPosted : Sep 10th 2025Closes : Oct 11th 2025Sector : ManagementContract : PermanentHours : Full Time#J-18808-Ljbffr