Operations Manager - Care

Lord Search & Selection; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care services provider in Manchester seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee multiple care services, ensuring high-quality service delivery and compliance with regulations. This role offers a strong salary, ongoing training, and clear career progression opportunities in a compassionate and supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Ongoing training and development

Support with qualifications

Inclusive working environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of CQC regulations and compliance.
• Empathetic and solution-focused approach required.
• Experience in a senior or supervisory care role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Registered Manager in service delivery and staff supervision.
• Lead on care planning, risk assessments, and compliance.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Operations Manager Health & Social Care
Location: On-site Full-time GBP35,000 GBP45,000 per year
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
On-call: Participation in an on-call rota is required

Are you a compassionate and proactive leader with a passion for delivering high-quality care? We re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join our team and support the day-to-day running of our care services. Working closely with the Registered Manager, you ll play a vital role in ensuring the wellbeing, safety, and independence of our service users while leading and supporting a dedicated staff team.

What You ll Do
Support the Registered Manager in service delivery and staff supervision
Oversee multiple care services, including supported living and domiciliary care
Lead on care planning, risk assessments, safeguarding, and compliance
Monitor service performance, manage budgets, and report to leadership
Build strong relationships with families, commissioners, and external partners
Conduct assessments for new referrals and ensure high standards of care
Participate in audits, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives
Take part in an on-call rota to support out-of-hours service needs

What We re Looking For
NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
Experience in a senior or supervisory care role
Strong understanding of CQC regulations and compliance
Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
A hands-on, empathetic, and solution-focused approach
What We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits
Ongoing training and development
Support with qualifications (including Level 5 Leadership & Management)
A positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment
Clear opportunities for career progression

Ready to make a difference in people s lives while growing your career in care leadership?
Apply now and join a team that values compassion, quality, and growth.

For more information on this fantastic opportunity or to apply please contact Helen on (phone number removed) or Email (url removed)

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