Regional Operations Manager - Children Residential Care (Newton Aycliffe)

Medico Partners; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Newton Aycliffe is seeking a Regional Operations Manager to lead service mobilisation and ensure high-quality care delivery. The role requires a strategic thinker with experience in children's care and regulatory frameworks. This position offers a salary of £65,000 plus a £5,000 car allowance, and generous benefits including private medical insurance and 35 days of annual leave.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Pension contributions

Referral bonuses

Discounts on leisure and local services

Qualifications

• Experience in children’s residential care.
• Compassionate leader who inspires teams.
• Hands-on approach to leadership and service development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mobilisation of new services.
• Drive quality improvements through reporting.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Build relationships with external stakeholders.
• Embed vision and purpose in service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Team mentoring

Understanding of regulatory frameworks

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Job description

Role: Regional Operations Manager - Children’s Residential Care
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £65,000, plus car allowance £5,000
Location: Newton Aycliffe
No sponsorship for this job.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the mobilisation of new services, ensuring deadlines are met and progress is tracked effectively.
• Driving quality improvements through insightful reporting on service outcomes.
• Managing and mentoring your team to deliver exceptional care and meet financial and operational goals.
• Acting as Responsible Individual for services when required, ensuring full compliance with statutory and regulatory standards.
• Building strong relationships with external stakeholders including Ofsted, social workers, and local authorities.
• Championing our values and embedding our vision and purpose into every aspect of service delivery.

What We’re Looking For

• A strategic thinker with a hands‑on approach to leadership and service development.
• A compassionate leader who inspires teams to deliver outstanding care.
• Experience in children’s residential care and a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks.
• A collaborative mindset, working closely with clinical, education and outdoor teams to ensure holistic care.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, learning and development.

Why Join Us?

• Salary: £65,000 per annum, plus a £5,000 car allowance
• Annual Leave: 35 days, with additional days awarded at 2 and 5 years of continuous service
• Flexibility: 40‑hour workweek (Monday‑Friday, 9am‑5pm) with occasional flexibility required
• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, Medicash plan, 24/7 GP access, cashback on optical and dental treatments and gym discounts
• Recognition & Rewards: £1,000 referral bonuses and monthly Wilderness Heroes awards
• Financial Security: Pension contributions and life assurance (2x salary)
• Discounts: High street savings, leisure perks, and tailored local discounts

Apply below or call us on 0121 270 8878. Between 09:00‑17:00 Monday to Friday

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