Project Manager – Childrens services

Job Title: Project Manager – Supported Living
Location: London, Hertfordshire, Essex
Hours: Flexible (includes evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and waking nights)
Reports to: Area Manager
Salary: £35K

Are you a care professional with leadership experience in supported living? Do you want to make a real difference in people’s lives while leading a dedicated team?

Our client, a respected and expanding provider of supported living services across London, Hertfordshire, and Essex, is seeking a committed Project Manager. The service supports adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, and physical disabilities.

In this role, you’ll lead a team to provide safe, person-centred care. You’ll be responsible for daily operations, staff management, quality standards, and regulatory compliance. It’s a varied, rewarding position ideal for someone who’s passionate about care and confident in leading people and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team to deliver high-quality care and support.

• Oversee staff rotas, training, supervisions, and performance.

• Ensure care plans and risk assessments are current and person-centred.

• Maintain compliance with CQC standards and health & safety regulations.

• Work closely with families, professionals, and external agencies.

• Support service users with personal finances, benefits, and independence.

• Monitor incidents, audits, and service quality, ensuring prompt action where needed.

• Take part in on-call responsibilities and emergency responses.

• Ensure the safe administration of medication and accurate record-keeping.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Level 4 Health and Social Care qualification or equivalent

• Experience managing or supervising staff in a care or supported living setting

• Strong understanding of the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, and safeguarding

• Experience in medication management and care planning

• Confident in IT systems, including Microsoft Office

• Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills

• Flexible, with a positive approach to challenges

• First Aid at Work certificate

You Are:

• Compassionate, values-driven, and dedicated to quality care

• Calm under pressure and confident in managing teams

• Committed to continuous improvement and learning

• Focused on empowering service users and promoting independence

Why Work with Our Client?

You’ll be joining a supportive, growing organisation where your leadership directly impacts people’s lives. You’ll have the opportunity to shape services, develop professionally, and lead a team making a real difference every day.

Apply now to join a forward-thinking team and lead a service that transforms lives.

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