Area Manager

2 weeks ago

Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Melber Flinn Full time £55,000 - £70,000 per year

A leading not-for-profit care provider in the Southwest is seeking an
Area Manager
to oversee a portfolio of residential and community services. This is a rare opportunity to influence strategy, elevate care standards, and lead talented Registered Managers across a diverse region.

Why this role matters:

This organisation has a clear purpose: helping people live the life they choose. With a strong social mission, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to innovation, they are entering an exciting new chapter—focused on quality, sustainability, digital transformation, and growth.

As Area Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how outstanding, person-centred care is delivered now and in the future.

The remit

  • A portfolio of up to eight services across residential and community care
  • Registered Managers and senior teams—coaching, developing and inspiring them to excel
  • Quality, compliance and regulatory outcomes across your area
  • Operational performance, budget oversight and commercial sustainability
  • Collaboration across HR, Finance, Quality, and New Business teams
  • Local authority, NHS, commissioning and community partnerships
  • Innovation in care delivery, digital transformation and workforce wellbeing

Key Priorities

  • Achieving Good/Outstanding regulatory ratings
  • Driving continuous improvement, safety and strong governance
  • Strengthening commissioner relationships and supporting new business opportunities
  • Enhancing occupancy, financial performance and service efficiency
  • Building a learning culture where colleagues feel valued, supported and engaged

Person Specification

You're an accomplished and values-driven leader with multi-site experience in adult social care or health. You bring:

A track record of delivering compliance and successful inspection outcomes

Exceptional people leadership, coaching and communication skills

Strong commercial understanding and confidence with budgets and performance metrics

Ability to build trusted relationships—with staff, families, commissioners and regulators

A data-informed, solutions-focused approach to service improvement

Passion for person-centred care and for developing high-performing teams

A Level 5 leadership qualification and experience in change management or acquisitions are desirable.

Salary and Benefits

  • £55,000 – £70,000
  • 37.5 hours per week
  • 28 days' holiday including bank holidays
  • Pension

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