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Job summaryArea Operations ManagerLocation: Multisite (covering 8 services across Doncaster, Sheffield & Rotherham area)Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday, with flexibility to meet service needs)Salary: Competitive (depending on experience and qualifications)Main duties of the jobAbout the RoleAs Area Operations Manager, you'll have full operational responsibility for a portfolio of services, ensuring excellent care, strong leadership, regulatory compliance and sustainable business performance.Reporting to the Operations Director, you'll work closely with Registered Managers, colleagues, families, commissioners and other key stakeholders to deliver outstanding outcomes across your services.You'll lead across our three key priorities:Quality Deliver outstanding care, support, governance and continuous improvement across all services.People Inspire, develop and support Registered Managers and high-performing teams to achieve excellent outcomes.Healthy Finances Manage resources effectively to ensure sustainable service performance, growth and value.About usMake a Difference Every DayWe're one of the UK's leading adult social care providers, supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives through Residential, Supported Living and Complex Care services.We're looking for a dynamic and experienced Area Operations Manager to oversee 8 services across Doncaster, Sheffield & Rotherham area. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader who is ready to drive high standards, develop high-performing teams and create positive outcomes for the people we support.DetailsDate posted13 August 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary Depending on experience Competitive ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference numberL0108-26-0041Job locationsRoyal CourtBasil CloseChesterfieldDerbyshireS41 7SLUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesArea Operations ManagerLocation: Multisite (covering 8 services across Doncaster, Sheffield & Rotherham area)Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday, with flexibility to meet service needs)Salary: Competitive (depending on experience and qualifications)Make a Difference Every DayWe're one of the UK's leading adult social care providers, supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives through Residential, Supported Living and Complex Care services.We're looking for a dynamic and experienced Area Operations Manager to oversee 8 services across Doncaster, Sheffield & Rotherham area. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader who is ready to drive high standards, develop high-performing teams and create positive outcomes for the people we support.About the RoleAs Area Operations Manager, you'll have full operational responsibility for a portfolio of services, ensuring excellent care, strong leadership, regulatory compliance and sustainable business performance.Reporting to the Operations Director, you'll work closely with Registered Managers, colleagues, families, commissioners and other key stakeholders to deliver outstanding outcomes across your services.You'll lead across our three key priorities:Quality Deliver outstanding care, support, governance and continuous improvement across all services.People Inspire, develop and support Registered Managers and high-performing teams to achieve excellent outcomes.Healthy Finances Manage resources effectively to ensure sustainable service performance, growth and value.What We're Looking ForEssentialProven leadership and management experience within adult social care.Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (or working towards).In-depth knowledge of social care legislation, regulations and best practice.Experience managing multiple services, service budgets, rotas, occupancy and commissioned hours.Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.Experience driving quality and compliance through audits and service improvement plans.Strategic, solutions-focused mindset with strong attention to detail.Excellent communication, influencing and decision-making skills.Strong IT and data literacy.Passionate, values-driven leadership approach with a commitment to person-centred care, equality and inclusion.DesirableLevel 7 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care.Knowledge of therapeutic and non-aversive support approaches.Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly between services.Why Join Us?We believe in rewarding and supporting our colleagues. Alongside competitive pay, you'll receive:25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysYour birthday off (after one year's service)Enhanced sick payPension schemeEV car scheme via salary sacrificeAdditional holiday linked to length of serviceIndustry-leading recognition programmesHealth, wellbeing and financial supportOngoing training and career developmentRecognised by The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years and winners of the 2026 Health & Social Care Industry Award, we're proud of the positive, people-focused culture we've built.Ready to Lead and Inspire?If you're an experienced social care leader looking for an opportunity to shape services, develop talented teams and make a lasting difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Job description Job responsibilitiesArea Operations ManagerLocation: Multisite (covering 8 services across Doncaster, Sheffield & Rotherham area)Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday, with flexibility to meet service needs)Salary: Competitive (depending on experience and qualifications)Make a Difference Every DayWe're one of the UK's leading adult social care providers, supporting people to live fulfilling, independent lives through Residential, Supported Living and Complex Care services.We're looking for a dynamic and experienced Area Operations Manager to oversee 8 services across Doncaster, Sheffield & Rotherham area. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader who is ready to drive high standards, develop high-performing teams and create positive outcomes for the people we support.About the RoleAs Area Operations Manager, you'll have full operational responsibility for a portfolio of services, ensuring excellent care, strong leadership, regulatory compliance and sustainable business performance.Reporting to the Operations Director, you'll work closely with Registered Managers, colleagues, families, commissioners and other key stakeholders to deliver outstanding outcomes across your services.You'll lead across our three key priorities:Quality Deliver outstanding care, support, governance and continuous improvement across all services.People Inspire, develop and support Registered Managers and high-performing teams to achieve excellent outcomes.Healthy Finances Manage resources effectively to ensure sustainable service performance, growth and value.What We're Looking ForEssentialProven leadership and management experience within adult social care.Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (or working towards).In-depth knowledge of social care legislation, regulations and best practice.Experience managing multiple services, service budgets, rotas, occupancy and commissioned hours.Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.Experience driving quality and compliance through audits and service improvement plans.Strategic, solutions-focused mindset with strong attention to detail.Excellent communication, influencing and decision-making skills.Strong IT and data literacy.Passionate, values-driven leadership approach with a commitment to person-centred care, equality and inclusion.DesirableLevel 7 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care.Knowledge of therapeutic and non-aversive support approaches.Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly between services.Why Join Us?We believe in rewarding and supporting our colleagues. Alongside competitive pay, you'll receive:25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysYour birthday off (after one year's service)Enhanced sick payPension schemeEV car scheme via salary sacrificeAdditional holiday linked to length of serviceIndustry-leading recognition programmesHealth, wellbeing and financial supportOngoing training and career developmentRecognised by The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years and winners of the 2026 Health & Social Care Industry Award, we're proud of the positive, people-focused culture we've built.Ready to Lead and Inspire?If you're an experienced social care leader looking for an opportunity to shape services, develop talented teams and make a lasting difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialNVQ level 7 in Health and Social Care Person Specification Qualifications EssentialNVQ level 7 in Health and Social CareDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameivolve Care & SupportAddressRoyal CourtBasil CloseChesterfieldDerbyshireS41 7SLUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameivolve Care & SupportAddressRoyal CourtBasil CloseChesterfieldDerbyshireS41 7SLUnited KingdomEmployer's website