Nurse Supported Living Manager

Clinical Manager / Nurse - Specialist Supported Living Location: Lancing, BN15, West Sussex, UK Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum DOE + Annual Bonus Contract: Full-time, Permanent (40 hours, Monday–Friday, plus on-call rota) Exclusive Partner: Pivotal People The Role: Clinical Leadership in Specialist Adult Care This is an exceptional Clinical Leadership opportunity for an ambitious Nurse or clinical professional to fully own and manage a high-quality supported living service. You will oversee two single-occupancy sites in Lancing, supporting adults with complex needs, including Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Epilepsy. Key Highlights: * Clinical Focus: This is a supernumerary role, dedicated entirely to leading, mentoring, and developing the service, not filling staff rotas. * Influence & Quality: Drive CQC excellence and maintain a truly "bespoke" model of person-centred care from day one. * Career Pathway: Offers a defined route into broader Clinical Leadership and potential Registered Manager status as the provider expands across Sussex and Hampshire. The Organisation: Values-Driven & People-Focused Our client is a highly respected, family-owned provider committed to being an employer of choice. Their ethos is built on investment in people and delivering 'Bespoke' truly tailored care. * Support Structure: Benefit from hands-on senior management and robust support from dedicated on-site teams and Head Office. * Commitment to Excellence: The organisation continually invests in training, clinical quality, and values its leaders. Your Mission: Operational & Clinical Governance As the Supported Living Manager, you will serve as both the operational lead and the Clinical Anchor for both sites. Core Responsibilities: * Clinical Governance: Provide essential clinical oversight, driving high standards in protocols, competency, and training across specialist services. * Operational Leadership: Ensure the safe, effective, and truly person-centred support is delivered consistently across both sites. * CQC & Quality: Lead on CQC compliance (Single Assessment Framework), audits, action plans, and continuous service improvement. * Stakeholder Relations: Build strong relationships with residents, families, MDTs, commissioners, and community partners. * Team Development: Lead, coach, and mentor your on-site teams, supported by a Deputy Manager. Essential Criteria required from you: We are seeking a proactive, values-led leader with a passion for complex care: * Clinical Qualification: NMC-registered Nurse (RGN/RNLD/RMN) with a live PIN. (Strong non-nursing clinical backgrounds with relevant complex care management experience will be considered.) * Management Experience: Proven leadership/management experience in Supported Living, Community LD/Autism, or Complex Care. * Regulatory Expertise: Deep understanding of safeguarding and CQC regulations (Single Assessment Framework). * Mobility: Full UK driving licence and own vehicle are essential for site travel and community engagement. * Desirable: Familiarity with Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) models. Rewards & Benefits The provider offers a comprehensive package to support well-being and growth: * Compensation: Competitive salary plus a Discretionary Annual Bonus. * Time Off: Generous 31 days’ annual holiday (including Bank Holidays). * Security: Life insurance and access to private medical cover post-probation. * Development: Structured induction, ongoing CPD, and a clear, defined progression pathway into broader Clinical Leadership. * Financial: Company Contributory Pension Scheme Ready to take the next step? This is an exclusive opportunity. Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis. Contact our exclusive recruitment partner, Pivotal People, to apply or discuss the role in confidence. Questions? Call (phone number removed)