Addictions Service Manager

Company: Athona Ltd
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Job Description

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader to play a pivotal role in launching a brand-new residential service supporting adults with addiction and complex needs, as part of a wider healthcare organisation.

This is a unique opportunity to shape a service from the ground up, helping to establish the culture, team, and standards from day one. Working within a therapeutic, recovery-focused environment, you will lead the development of a high-quality residential service while building strong relationships with commissioners, local authorities, and external stakeholders.

Salary: Up to £65,000

Position: Service Manager

Hours: Full Time

Setting: Residential Addiction Service

Location: Nottingham

Your key responsibilities will be:

  • Lead the day‑to‑day operation of a residential recovery service
  • Recruit, develop and lead a high‑performing multidisciplinary team
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory, safeguarding and quality standards
  • Build relationships with commissioners, referrers and external stakeholders
  • Manage staffing, budgets and operational performance targets
  • Promote a positive, recovery-focused and therapeutic service culture
  • Support service growth, occupancy and long‑term sustainability

For this role, we’re looking for someone who has:

  • Residential care management experience within health or social care
  • Strong understanding of mental health, addiction or dual diagnosis
  • Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams
  • Knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding and quality standards
  • Commercial awareness and strong stakeholder relationship skills

What benefits are on offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
  • Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
  • Supportive senior leadership structure
  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Employee wellbeing support programmes
  • Pension scheme and additional staff benefits

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Posted: June 13th, 2026