The Vacancy Role: Area Manager Salary: £37,477.44 - £45,244.68 Hours: 39 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: The Heathers, Armagh At Inspire, we believe everyone deserves to live a healthy, meaningful life filled with purpose and connection. As the Area Manager at our The Heathers service, you'll be at the heart of that mission, effectively managing, leading and supporting your team, whilst ensuring that service users are supported in ways that promote their independence and quality of life. What Makes The Heathers Special? The Heathers is a peaceful yet lively community, home to 23 residents across six accommodation groups. Each resident has their own level of independence, with support tailored to their needs. Some live in individual accommodation with outdoor patio spaces, while others enjoy community living in shared houses. Our staff don't just provide supportthey accompany residents on adventures, celebrate life's milestones, and help them discover new passions. Some of the unique experiences our team supports include: ? Trips to the cinema, zoo, gym, and local tourist attractions ? BBQs, birthday parties, and community events ? Attending Patrick's Day parades and seasonal celebrations ? Supporting service users on holidays ? Engaging in hobbies like singing, dancing, drawing, and gardening ? Participating in community groups like 'Triple A' (Autism Action Armagh), coffee mornings, exhibitions, and fundraisers ? Outdoor adventures, from woodland walks at Gosford Park to sports at Fit 4 You ?? About the Role As an Area Manager, you will: Develop current Services in line with appropriate Government, local and regional, strategies, to identify new opportunities for growth and to secure commissioning arrangements for these services. Within that context he/she will be expected to work closely with the Area Manager and on their own initiative. Facilitate the liaison with professionals and middle management within Health and Social Care Trusts, and other relevant agencies. Be responsible for the promotion and development of good relationships with the people who use our services, their friends and relatives and between the people who use our services and staff. Builds trust and lead by role modelling the values of integrity, compassion and professionalism and expects them from others. Promote a positive working atmosphere by supporting a culture of empowerment, transparency and development. Contribute to the conditions for high levels of staff wellbeing by providing ideas, leadership and encouragement. Support the development of Inspire's staff wellbeing strategy by suggesting wellbeing initiatives and ideas. ?? Training and Support All new staff will receive full training on personal care and positive behaviour support, including how to safely use personal safety techniques in line with our organisational training. We also offer: Award-winning induction and development programmes Regular supervision and peer support Clear progression pathways for long-term careers in care ?? Why Work With Inspire? Working with us isn't just a job, it's a commitment to improving lives. We offer: Competitive pay and conditions Generous annual leave 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Occupational sick pay and pension Health cash plan Cycle to work scheme and retail discounts A supportive, values-led team culture Ready to Apply? If you're passionate about making a difference and think this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you. Our Organisation Inspire is an all-island charity and social enterprise and our aim is wellbeing for all. We work together with people living with mental ill health, intellectual disability, autism and addictions to ensure they live with dignity and realise their full potential. We campaign to create a society free from stigma and discrimination with a culture of compassion that focuses on people and their abilities. Our Benefits Enhanced Annual Leave Cycle to Work Scheme Shopping Discounts Employee Wellbeing Initiatives Death in Service Benefit Occupational Sick Pay To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.