Area Manager – Supported Living – Manchester

We are seeking a passionate Area Manager with a proven operational background to lead and inspire our services across Greater Manchester. Our services make a huge difference to people and families who want a care provider that is person‑led, focused on quality and on making a difference every day.

Position Details

• Job Title: Area Manager
• Location: Greater Manchester
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Salary: Competitive

What You’ll Bring

• You must have proven experience of managing multi‑site residential and/or supported living services in a Health & Social Care setting. Experience in complex care and learning disabilities is beneficial.
• You will have proven examples of driving up quality, health & safety and compliance, achieving all Care Inspectorate (CI) regulatory requirements.
• Financial budget and planning, tender process, transition and mobilisation planning.
• Resilient and calm when supporting safeguarding or whistle‑blowing issues with a solution‑focused approach.
• You will have proven experience achieving business improvements when issues arise, developing, implementing and completing appropriate remedial action plans.
• You will have a track record of leading multisite teams, and embedding consistent standards and quality.
• You will have a relevant professional qualification at Level 4 or higher in Care or Management.
• Experience of managing services for adults with complex needs (i.e. acquired brain injury, learning disability, autism, physical disabilities and mental health).

Why Join Lifeways

When you join Lifeways, you step into a leadership role in a company that values and invests in its people. Our shared values guide everything we do: Caring – Honest – One Team – Innovative – Courageous – Equal.

You’ll get:

• Leadership development programmes & progression pathways.
• A supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
• Matched contribution company pension scheme.
• Wellbeing resources and mental health support.
• Reward and Recognition Schemes.
• Discounts on shopping, tech, travel and more through CHOICE Rewards.
• Access to financial wellbeing tools with Stream, including real‑time pay tracking and early access to earned wages.

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