Overview
Are you a passionate and experienced leader in adult social care? Are you ready to oversee multiple services and drive positive change across a dynamic and values-driven organisation? We are looking for a dedicated Area Manager to take operational responsibility for 7 services across the North West. This is your chance to lead from the front, inspire high-performing teams, and shape the future of care that puts people first.
Responsibilities
As Area Manager, you'll report to the Operations Director and provide strategic leadership across your region. You will lead and support Registered Managers and their teams to deliver outstanding care, ensure compliance, and continuously improve outcomes for the people we support. You\'ll champion our three core pillars:
* Quality - Lead with excellence in care, governance, and continuous improvement
* People - Build strong, inclusive teams and promote development, wellbeing, and recognition
* Healthy Finances - Drive service performance, manage budgets effectively, and ensure long-term sustainability
Requirements
* Proven leadership/management experience in adult social care
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Adult Care (or working towards)
* In-depth knowledge of care regulations, compliance, and sector best practice
* Strong experience managing service budgets, staffing rotas, and occupancy
* Strategic mindset and solutions-focused leadership
* Excellent communication and emotional intelligence
* Confident in auditing and implementing service improvement plans
* IT and data literate
* A strong values-based approach to leadership
* Commitment to equality, inclusion, and person-centred support
* Full UK Driving Licence (essential for travel between services)
Desirable
* Level 7 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Adult Care
* Knowledge of therapeutic or non-aversive care models
Benefits
* 5 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Your birthday off (after 1 year of service)
* Enhanced sick pay
* EV car scheme via salary sacrifice
* Additional annual leave for long service
* Recognition and reward programme
* Wellbeing, financial & emotional support
* Ongoing training and career development opportunities
If you are interested in the above Area Manager vacancy, please call Cameron Lawrie at Domus Recruitment.
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