Job Description
Operations Manager – Care Sector
Location: Essex, Kent & Cambridgeshire
Salary: £70,000 – £75,000
We are seeking an experienced and driven Operations Manager to oversee multiple care services across Essex, Kent and Cambridgeshire. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity for an ambitious professional with a strong background in social care management, looking to make a meaningful impact across a portfolio of services.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide strategic leadership to multiple care services, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
* Lead, mentor and inspire Service Managers, empowering them to deliver outstanding care.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives in line with CQC requirements.
* Oversee budgets, resources and workforce planning to ensure efficient, effective service delivery.
* Champion a culture of compassion, respect and dignity in every aspect of care provision.
* Build strong stakeholder relationships with families, commissioners and regulatory bodies.
* Ensure robust governance, safeguarding and risk management frameworks are embedded throughout services.
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £75,000 with performance-related progression opportunities.
* Car allowance and travel expenses covered.
* Comprehensive pension and holiday package.
* Ongoing professional development with clear pathways to more senior leadership.
* A supportive, people-first culture that values both staff and the individuals we care for.
* The opportunity to shape services that truly transform lives in local communities.
About You
* Proven track record in senior management within the care sector (multi-site experience desirable).
* In-depth knowledge of CQC standards and regulatory frameworks.
* Strong leadership, financial and strategic planning skills.
* A collaborative leader who balances operational excellence with compassionate values.
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If you are an accomplished leader passionate about raising standards and driving innovation in care, we would love to hear from you.