Service Manager

£40,000 - £65,000 · Career outcome for graduates of the Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care

A Service Manager's day involves overseeing service delivery, managing budgets and leading teams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Service planning and development
• Staff management and supervision
• Quality assurance and improvement

The skills and knowledge gained from the Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care are essential for this role, which involves managing complex services.

Experienced Service Managers can progress to senior roles, such as Assistant Directors or Heads of Service.

Entry route

Typically requires a Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care, with experience in service management or a related field.

How the Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care maps to this role

The Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care is a UK-regulated qualification at RQF Level 5, awarded by Qualifi. For someone targeting Service Manager roles, it provides the formal recognition employers expect plus the applied skills the role demands — delivered 100% online while you continue working.

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