Area Manager – Juniper Training
Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 (FTE) | Full-Time, PermanentReporting to: Director of Foundation Learning | Location: West Midlands
Juniper Training is looking for a dynamic and experienced Area Manager to oversee our Performance Managers across multiple sites. This role is key to ensuring that our teams are motivated, supported, and delivering excellent outcomes for learners.
About the Role
As an Area Manager, you will:
Lead, develop, and motivate Performance Managers in a way that reflects Juniper’s values
Oversee staffing, performance, and operational excellence across multiple training sites
Ensure a high-quality, positive learning experience for all students
Safeguard students’ welfare, prevent radicalisation, and promote British Values
Provide leadership and strategic insight to the Director of Foundation Learning on staffing and performance
Contribute to business development by raising the profile of Juniper and building strong external relationships
Ensure compliance with awarding/funding bodies and internal policies
Work within budgets and monitor resource efficiency
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate an excellent remote and on-site working environment and retain a stable workforce
Manage company resources effectively to ensure targets are met or exceeded
Encourage and support inter-departmental and cross-site collaboration
Communicate effectively using appropriate channels and methods
Coach and mentor your managers to ensure consistent performance and staff development
Monitor and evaluate centre performance, making recommendations for improvements
Person Specification
Essential:
Level 2 English and Maths (working at)
Proven experience of managing people
Experience of contract management and delivering results
Experience in the Education/Training sector
Desirable:
Management or Coaching qualification
Health and Safety qualification
Abilities:
Strong literacy, numeracy, and IT skills
Effective people management and leadership skills
Excellent communicator, able to influence and manage conflict
Ability to work under pressure and deliver results to targets
Highly motivated, solution-focused, and innovative
Positive, engaging personality with excellent interpersonal skills
Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently
Perks & Benefits – Because You Deserve It!
25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service Buy & sell annual leave ️ Earn an extra week of leave just by exercising!…