Area Manager (Care Homes) - Dorset & Hampshire - £80,000

Job Description: Area Manager - Residential Care Homes
Location: Dorset and Hampshire
Salary: Circa £80,000 (DOE)

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Area Manager to oversee the successful operation of five residential care homes within our client's group. This role requires a hands-on leader with a proven track record in Multi-Site Care Home Management or Area Manager roles in the care sector along with a history of 'GOOD' or 'OUTSTANDING' CQC reports.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Leadership: Act as the primary point of contact for Home Managers in your area, providing day-to-day support and guidance to ensure homes are well-managed.
2. Quality Assurance: Regularly conduct inspections and audits of the homes, ensuring compliance with CQC regulations and other governing standards. Provide actionable feedback to ensure continuous improvement.
3. Managerial Support: Step in as interim Home Manager when needed during managerial absences, maintaining the smooth running of the home and upholding the highest care standards.
4. Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with other Area Managers and Directors to implement new initiatives and share best practices across the group.
5. Business Performance: Monitor and support homes to meet occupancy targets and maintain budgetary efficiency. Identify opportunities to improve financial performance while maintaining quality care.
6. Staff Development: Mentor and empower Home Managers, fostering a culture of accountability, professional development, and excellence across all homes.
7. Crisis Management: Respond swiftly and effectively to challenges, providing hands-on solutions and ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

About You:

The ideal candidate will bring energy, expertise, and innovation to the role, ensuring the group's care homes remain compliant, financially viable, and focused on delivering outstanding care.

You will be:

1. Experienced: Proven success as a Registered Manager with 'Good' or 'Outstanding' CQC reports. Multi-site management experience is essential.
2. Knowledgeable: Comprehensive understanding of CQC regulations and requirements of other regulatory bodies.
3. People-Centered: Strong leadership and communication skills to motivate teams and resolve challenges effectively.
4. Business Savvy: Commercially astute with a focus on maintaining occupancy rates and cost efficiencies.
5. Flexible: Adaptable to changing needs and willing to travel between homes, including overnight stays when required.
6. Self-Motivated: Energetic, innovative, and capable of working independently.
7. Tech-Savvy: Proficient in using computer systems and writing detailed reports.

Key Requirements

1. Previous experience managing multiple care homes.
2. NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care.
3. A history of GOOD/OUTSTANDING CQC reports.
4. Full UK Driving License and access to own vehicle.
5. Ability to travel between locations within Dorset, Hampshire, and Isle of Wight.

If you are a dedicated and proactive leader looking to make a significant impact in a care home group that values excellence, we would love to hear from you.

This role is suitable for Care Home Manager/Registered Home Manager/Area Manager/Regional Manager/Residential Home Manager/Operations Manager.

Call Toni at Amber Mace LTD on (phone number removed) for more information or email your CV to (url removed).