Area Manager - Liverpool

Amber Mace; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home management company is looking for an experienced Area Manager to oversee operations in six care homes in the Liverpool area. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in managing health or social care facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a high-standard care culture. Responsibilities include leadership, performance monitoring, and staff development. This full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Mileage allowance

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in multi-site management in health or social care.
• Must have a full UK driving licence and access to vehicle.
• Nursing pin is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership across six care homes.
• Support Home Managers in achieving compliance with regulations.
• Monitor KPIs and budgets to ensure commercial viability.
• Lead recruitment and workforce development in the region.
• Conduct audits and inspections, implementing corrective actions.

Skills

Multi-site management experience

Understanding of CQC regulations

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Job Title: Area Manager (Care Homes)

Location: Liverpool & Surrounding Areas

Salary: £55,000 per annum

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Driving Requirement: Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)

Nursing Pin: Desirable but not essential

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Area Manager to oversee six care homes across the Liverpool region. This role suits a dynamic leader with strong operational knowledge, excellent people management skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality care services. You will ensure each home meets regulatory standards, maintains financial stability, and provides exceptional outcomes for residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership across six residential and/or nursing homes.
• Support Home Managers to achieve compliance with CQC regulations and internal quality standards.
• Drive consistent improvements in care quality, staff morale, and service performance.
• Monitor KPIs, budgets, and occupancy levels, ensuring each service remains commercially viable.
• Lead on recruitment, retention, and workforce development within the region.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, commissioning bodies, and stakeholders.
• Promote a positive, person‑centred culture across all services.
• Support with safeguarding processes, investigations, and incident management.
• Implement organisational policies and contribute to wider strategic goals.

Requirements

• Proven experience in multi‑site management within health or social care.
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations and quality assurance.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Nursing pin (RGN/RMN) is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritise competing demands.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £55,000.
• Mileage allowance.
• Supportive senior leadership team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

For more information about this fantastic opportunity, please contact Rory on (phone number removed) or via email - (url removed)