Vacancy Details

Job Title: Team Manager
Location: Bury | Preston/Blackburn | Standish/Chorley | Wigan | Burnley
Hours: Full-Time
Salary: £31,500 – £34,500 plus additional on call payment of circa £2,000
Contract Type: Permanent

Are you ready to take the next step in your support work career? Whether you’re a Team Manager, an experienced Team Leader or a Senior Support Worker with a passion for leading by example, My Life have an exciting opportunity just for you.

We are expanding our management team and looking for warm, motivated and dedicated individuals to join us as Team Managers in various Greater Manchester/Lancashire locations. You’ll be joining a growing and supportive charity that is all about making a real difference in people’s lives.

Join My Life’s Inspirational Team: Make a Real Difference with Us!

At My Life, we’re all about making a real difference in people’s lives through our passionate and inspirational teams. Here, you won’t just be working a job; you’ll be contributing to meaningful community-based work that positively impacts lives every day.

My Life was established in 2012 as a result of a group of people with disabilities and their families wanting something different to traditional types of health/social care services and wanting more choice and control over their own lives. We pride ourselves on being a unique service. We offer personalised support to a diverse range of individuals living in their own homes. Each person has their own dedicated team, delivering support that’s tailored specifically to their needs and preferences. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach—it’s about making sense for them and making a difference.

About the Role:

This is an exciting role – part hands-on, part management – where you’ll support adults with learning disabilities, autism, complex care needs and mental health challenges in a community setting. You’ll play a key role in shaping services that are person-centred, empowering and full of heart.

Key Responsibilities:

* Working on support to individuals with learning disabilities, autism,
complex health needs, and mental health conditions
* Supervising, mentoring and motivating a team of Support Workers
* Leading service delivery to ensure high standards of care and regulatory
compliance
* Supporting with rota planning, staff development, care planning,
reviews, and risk assessments
* Participating in the on-call rota as part of the management team
* Contributing to the growth and development of our services in your
local area
* Building strong relationships with families, professionals, and the wider
community

Who We’re Looking For:

My Life is seeking caring, reliable and confident leaders who share our values and bring experience, heart and resilience to their work.

Essential Criteria:

* A minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) – and
willingness to work towards Level 5 if not already held
* Direct experience supporting people with learning disabilities, autism,
complex needs and/or mental health challenges
* Previous experience in a leadership role, such as Team Leader, Senior
Support Worker or Deputy Manager
* Strong understanding of community-based support
* Ability to lead and manage a team, handle complex situations and drive
positive outcomes
* Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
* A flexible and hands-on approach – this is role is split between our
Standish site and your community location
* Ability to participate in the on-call rota
* Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Desirable:

* NVQ Level 4 or 5 (or equivalent leadership and management
qualification)

Rewards and Benefits

* Competitive pay: Up to £34,500 plus additional on call payment of circa
£2,000 per annum. Potential earnings of up to £37,000.
* Hours: Full-Time
* Training and Development: Comprehensive training provided, with
ongoing support to help you grow in your role.
* Supportive Work Environment: Join a dedicated team that values
teamwork, respect, and empathy.
* Career Progression: Opportunities to advance within My Life Legacy.
* Blue Light Card: offering hundreds of discounts
* £250 ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme

Why This Role?

If you’re passionate about person-centred care and ready to take that next step in your career, we would love to hear from you!

Due to the high volume of applications received, please note only suitable candidates will be contacted.

My Life Legacy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Those working for My Life will need to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS and/or provide police checks from other countries, where appropriate. My Life is an equal opportunities employer.