Operations Manager

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for a Young Persons Homeless Service in Chesterfield. The role requires strong leadership skills to manage staff and ensure safe, high-quality accommodation services. The successful candidate will have experience in social care, knowledge of Ofsted standards, and excellent problem-solving abilities. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £23-25 per hour and promising career development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Rewarding role making a difference

Qualifications

• Experience in supported accommodation, social care, or a regulated environment.
• Strong leadership skills in managing teams and budgets.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage staff teams and budgets for the service.
• Ensure properties meet safety and quality standards.
• Support young people with tailored plans.

Skills

Leadership and people management

Knowledge of safeguarding

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Operations Manager - Young Persons Homeless Service

Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Salary: £23-25 per hour

Contract: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent

We are looking for a Property Services & Operations Manager to lead a supported accommodation services for young people, based in Chesterfield. This role is central to ensuring safe, high-quality services that comply with Ofsted standards while helping young people achieve positive outcomes.

The Role

The Property Services and Operations Manager will:

• Lead and manage Deputy Operations Managers, staff teams, budgets, and performance.
• Ensure properties are safe, well-maintained, and welcoming environments.
• Oversee safeguarding, compliance, and Ofsted requirements.
• Champion quality and continuous improvement across services.
• Support young people with tailored plans, move-on strategies, and access to education or training.
• Build strong relationships with partners, professionals, and young people.

The Candidate

A successful Property Services and Operations Manager will bring:

• Experience in supported accommodation, social care, housing, or a similar regulated environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted inspection frameworks.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to remain solution-focused under pressure.

What’s on Offer

• A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A collaborative, supportive work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

If you feel you meet the brief for a Property Services and Operations Manager, based in Chesterfield, please apply within. For more details call 0121 631 5930 and ask for Alisha.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer; job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.