Services Manager – Social Care (Edinburgh & West Lothian)

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Services Manager to lead and develop our social care services across Edinburgh and West Lothian. This permanent, full‑time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic sector.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and development of new and existing services.
• Line‑manage Team Facilitators, providing supervision and guidance to build autonomous support teams.
• Oversee the management of Individual Service Funds (ISF) and ensure efficient financial administration.
• Monitor service quality through audits and Quality Assurance systems to meet regulatory requirements.
• Act as a key contact for local authorities, health services, and families, representing the organisation at external forums.
• Ensure safe working practices and manage staff sickness and absence.
• Coordinate and participate in local on‑call responsibilities.

Required profile

• Relevant management qualification for SSSC and Care Inspectorate registration.
• Proven success in managing social care services and supervising teams.
• Experience developing and implementing strategy or operational plans.
• In‑depth understanding of the Personalisation agenda and Self‑Directed Support legislation.
• Working knowledge of the Scottish Social Services care regulatory framework.
• Ability to manage complex workloads and tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.

Required skills

• Office 365
• Databases

What we offer

• Annual salary of £36,050.
• Permanent contract.
• Support for self‑development and required registrations (SSSC/Care Inspectorate).