Assistant Service Manager – Full-Time, Fixed-Term (Assisted Living) Location: Churchfields, Witham, Essex Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term (with the potential to become permanent) Salary: £25,087 per annum + enhancements & excellent benefits Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional weekends required) Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a real difference?
At Churchfields in Witham, Essex, we're searching for passionate and driven Assistant Service Managers to join our team for a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of becoming permanent.
Why Join Us?
- Assistant Service Manager – Full-Time, Fixed-Term (Assisted Living) - Witham, Essex Churchfields is home to approximately 24 individuals with varying levels of learning and physical disabilities.
This vibrant service includes a mix of individual flats, shared flats, and bungalows, all supported by a dedicated team.
As an Assistant Service Manager, you'll work closely with our two Service Managers to lead, motivate, and empower support workers to provide exceptional care.
This is more than just a role—it's a chance to enhance lives, develop your leadership skills, and be part of a dynamic team that values purpose and excellence.
What Will You Do?
-Assistant Service Manager – Full-Time, Fixed-Term (Assisted Living) - Witham, Essex You'll be at the heart of our service, supporting Service Managers in daily operations, ensuring compliance with best practices, and driving service improvement.
Through hands-on leadership, you'll model best practices, guide support workers, and ensure the highest standards of care delivery.
Your responsibilities will include: Leading and motivating teams, creating a positive and inclusive culture.
Acting as a role model for best practices during hands-on support.
Supporting staff development, fostering skills and confidence in the team.
Managing delegated tasks, balancing priorities, and maintaining professionalism under pressure.
Ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and service improvement goals.
What We're Looking For We need leaders with the ambition, compassion, and drive to make a difference.
If you're a natural motivator with excellent communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a passion for supporting people with learning disabilities, we want to hear from you.
You'll thrive in this role if you: Enjoy developing team culture and bringing out the best in others.
Have strong organizational skills and a commitment to high standards.
Are eager to grow and contribute to a forward-thinking organisation.
What's in It for You?
-Assistant Service Manager – Full-Time, Fixed-Term (Assisted Living) - Witham, Essex At Churchfields, it's never "just a job." In addition to a competitive salary, you'll receive: Ongoing professional development and leadership training.
The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we support.
A supportive, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and inclusion.
Join Us This is your opportunity to step into a role where your leadership can have a lasting impact.
Whether you're looking to develop your career or find work with true purpose, we're committed to helping you succeed.
If you're ready to inspire, lead, and grow in a role that truly matters, apply today.
Together, we can make a real difference.