Local Service Manager Howell Road,
Exeter, EX4 4EY £38,493 - £40,521 per year 37.5 Hours per week Lead with purpose, inspire independence We’re proud to be recognised as the 2025 Housing with Care Employer of the Year – and we’re excited to welcome a new Local Service Manager to our vibrant homelessness service at Howell Road,
Exeter, EX4 4EY. You’ll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting people experiencing homelessness, that puts people first – every single day. #BeYourBest is more than a hashtag – it’s our commitment to helping our people grow, thrive, and feel valued. We’ll support you with the tools, training, and encouragement to reach your full potential, while celebrating your individuality and the difference you make every day. As a not-for-profit organisation, we reinvest in our people and our services, celebrating individuality and helping you thrive both personally and professionally. Your role Lead the day-to-day delivery of the service and support your team
Build and maintain positive relationships with partners and stakeholders
Manage budgets and oversee financial performance
Effectively manage and market homes/voids
Recruit, develop and motivate your team to achieve great outcomes
Ensure health and safety standards are met and adapt working hours when needed Your skills Experience in a managerial role within a similar service
Strong leadership, problem-solving and communication skills
Ability to work calmly under pressure and support people in a personalised way
Confidence liaising with partners and stakeholders
Full valid driving licence and willingness to travel
Confident using IT systems Your rewards
You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 33 days’ annual leave pro rata (rising to 38, including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and pension scheme matched up to 7%, we’ve created a package to help you thrive: Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
Company-paid life insurance
Enhanced Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities
Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information. Ready to #BeYourBest? Apply today and start an inspiring career with Sanctuary Supported Living. Curious about what it’s like to work with us? Discover our values, culture, and real stories from our teams at or follow us on socials.
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Before you apply We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.
All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch.
Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible. Inclusion is one of our core values. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.
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