Area Director
Learning Disabilities & Complex Needs Services (South of England)
Salary: £55,000 plus £5,000 car allowance
Location: South of England
We are recruiting on behalf of a highly respected care provider who delivers specialist services for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. This organisation has a strong reputation for quality care and innovation in the sector, and they are now seeking an experienced Area Director to join their leadership team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and driven leader with extensive experience in the Learning Disability sector to oversee a portfolio of services across the South of England.
The Role
As Area Director, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to a number of supported living and residential care services. You will be responsible for ensuring outstanding care, financial sustainability, and a positive culture that supports both colleagues and the people in care.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading and inspiring Service Managers and their teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
* Acting as a visible and accessible leader, championing quality, safety, and people-focused outcomes.
* Delivering financial and growth targets while ensuring safe staffing and efficient service delivery.
* Working with senior leadership to develop budgets and achieve performance KPIs.
* Ensuring environments are well-maintained, safe, and supportive for residents and staff.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Significant management experience in the Learning Disability sector (Supported Living and/or Residential Care).
* A proven track record of working with CQC and Local Authorities.
* Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
* The ability to balance operational, financial, and people priorities effectively.
* A flexible and resilient approach, including willingness to be on call when required.
* Above all, a genuine commitment to person-centred care and supporting individuals to thrive.
Benefits
This organisation offers an excellent benefits package including:
* Bonus Scheme – Discretionary annual bonus (up to 20%)
* Annual Leave – 26 days + Bank Holidays, rising with service (option to purchase extra leave)
* Professional Development – Comprehensive training and leadership programmes
* Recognition & Rewards – Long service awards and employee recognition platform
* Wellbeing Support – Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders
* Life Assurance – 2x annual salary
* Retail Discounts – Access to savings with over 150 retailers
* Flexible Pay – Wagestream access to wages before payday
Why Apply?
Our client is officially recognised as a Great Place to Work® and has been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women, Wellbeing, and Development. This is an organisation that values individuality, diversity, and career growth – making it an exciting time to join.
📩 If you are a strong leader with a passion for driving high-quality care services, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your leadership career