Service Manager - (South Manchester)Be the difference for young people facing homelessness.Location: Safestop ManchesterSalary: £37,380 per annumClosing date: 22 March, 2026Employment Type: PermanentHours per week: 37.5About the RoleWe are looking for an inspiring Service Manager to lead supported accommodation for young people in South Manchester. You''ll oversee a skilled team delivering safe, high quality support to clients-helping them stabilise, build independence and progress confidently through the Manchester pathway. Your leadership will shape a service where young people feel secure, respected and empowered.In this hands on role, you''ll drive operational excellence, ensuring strong safeguarding practice, effective partnership working and consistent contract compliance. You''ll manage budgets, performance, reporting and health and safety while strengthening relationships with the commissioners, and community stakeholders. If you''re a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast paced, collaborative environment, this is an opportunity to lead a service that makes a tangible impact every day.In this role, you will:Lead and motivate a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality support across two accommodation sites.Ensure strong safeguarding practice, risk management and safe environments for young people.Oversee day to day service delivery, ensuring KPI achievement, contract compliance and continuous performance improvement.Work collaboratively with commissioner