Operations Manager - Preston

Affinity Trust; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization is seeking a Registered Manager to launch a new supported living service in Preston. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team, promote independence for residents, and manage quality assurance. The ideal candidate has experienced in care management and a passion for improving lives. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

Access to earn pay as you work

Health plans with GP access

Pension and life assurance

Flexible annual leave options

Discount membership for shops and restaurants

Qualifications

• Experience in leading care teams, especially in learning disabilities.
• Ability to launch and manage new support locations effectively.
• Strong values aligned with person-centered support.

Responsibilities

• Lead the new supported living service in Preston.
• Empower staff and promote a positive culture.
• Manage budgets and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Team-building

Operational skills

Compassionate leadership

Experience in new locations

Problem-solving

Job description

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Job Introduction

The essentials

• Location: Preston (Lancashire)
• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: £47,710.85
• Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car/vehicle.

Registered Manager - Learning Disabilities: Preston

Be the inspiration at the forefront of great teams. Build, lead, transform.

As we prepare to open a brand-new supported living service in Preston, we're looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead with confidence, purpose, and compassion.

You’ll play a key role in supporting individuals as they make the exciting transition from their family homes to independent living, some for the first time. Join us and play a vital role in doing what we do best - helping people live their lives their way.

If you've ever thought "We could do this better" this is your chance to make a real impact.

Your mission (should you choose to accept it)

At Affinity Trust, we're dedicated to supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, and related needs to live fulfilling, independent lives. We have a new opportunity for a dynamic Registered Manager who shares our values and really wants to make a difference.

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• Be the founding force behind a new, purpose-driven team.
• Deliver safe, consistent, and person-centred support every single day.
• Lead with heart, set the culture, and build your team's confidence and skills.
• Empower choice, independence, and fun for everyone we support.
• Manage budgets and ensure excellence in quality, safety, and compliance.
• Cover the on-call service for all your locations to keep everyone safe and supported.

What makes this role different

This isn't about stepping into someone else's shoes it's about building something new.

Our new Preston service is part of an exciting growth journey for Affinity Trust, and as our first Registered Manager here, you'll have the rare chance to:

• Shape something new, don't just step into a routine
• Set the tone and drive the culture for a collaborative, growing service
• Join an organisation where values aren't just words, they guide everything we do:

We work together | We have courage | We give our best | People are at the heart of everything we do.

If you are:

• A natural team-builder who inspires and brings out the best in others
• Skilled in operations and driven by strong values
• Excited to create something extraordinary from the ground up
• Experienced in launching and transitioning new registered support locations
• Calm, compassionate, and confident turning challenges into opportunities

We're waiting to hear from you

Choose from our benefits that work for you:

• Stream: Access your pay as you earn it, plus coaching, vouchers, discounts, and cashback
• Blue Light Card: We'll cover your membership for discounts at shops and restaurants
• Simply Health: Fully funded health plans with 24/7 GP access and cash back on prescriptions, dental, opticians, and more
• Vivup: Spread the cost of home electronics or a bike through easy salary deductions.
• Buy & Sell Annual Leave: Flexible leave options twice a year.
• Pension & Life Assurance: Automatic enrolment in our Scottish Widows pension and Life Assurance schemes.

Ready to build something meaningful?

This isn't just a job - it's a chance to lead with heart, drive change, and see your impact daily.

Affinity Trust is an equal opportunities employer that promotes diversity within our workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of sexual orientation, race, age, gender, disability, religion or belief.

Apply now and let's make it happen, together.

Please note that we are actively shortlisting candidates throughout the duration of the advert, interviews will be held as soon as possible, and we will make an offer immediately if we find the right candidate.

Please note that the contracted job title for this role will be Operations Manager.

If you're offered the job, we'll cover the cost of your enhanced DBS check.

Got any questions? Please contact us on [e-mail]

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Attached documents

• Affinity Trust Operations Manager Job Description.pdf
• Recruitment FAQs.pdf