Area Manager

Job Title: Area Manager
Location: Richmond and Wandsworth Areas
Salary: £41,600 - £46,800 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time 37.5 hours per week / Monday to Friday
Company Overview:
Walsingham Support are a leading provider of social care services across the UK, dedicated to delivering high-quality care and support to individuals in need.
Our mission is to enhance the well-being and independence of our service users through compassionate and professional care.
Job Description:
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Area Manager to oversee our social care operations within a designated region of Wandsworth & Richmond.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance with regulatory requirements, and the overall performance of the services within their area.
Key Responsibilities:
The Area Manager will lead, manage, and support a team of service managers and care staff to deliver outstanding care services.
The Area Manager will ensure compliance with all regulatory and legislative requirements, including CQC standards.
The Area Manager will monitor and improve service quality through regular audits and performance reviews.
They will develop and implement strategic plans to enhance service delivery and achieve business objectives.
The Area Manager will foster positive relationships with service users, their families, and other stakeholders.
Manage budgets effectively to ensure financial sustainability and efficiency.
Identify opportunities for growth and development within the region.
The Area Manager will provide training, mentoring, and development opportunities for staff.

Qualifications and Skills:
Proven experience in a senior management role within the social care sector.
Strong knowledge of regulatory and legislative requirements in social care.
Excellent leadership and people management skills.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions.
Strategic thinker with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.
Benefits - Area Manager:
We really care about our staff and offer a wide range of benefits to each Area Manager:
33 days annual leave (25 days leave + 8 days bank holidays), rising up to 38 days depending on length of service.
Pension scheme contributions.
Life assurance equal to three times your salary.
Bereavement helpline.
Walsingham Rewards Scheme with extensive discounts on everyday items.
Exceptional training and continuing professional development opportunities.
Long service awards.
Eyecare vouchers.
Recommend a friend bonus of £250.
Access to Blue Light Card savings
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Work with Walsingham and make a real difference to people's lives
Walsingham Support has been operating across England and Wales since 1986. We enhance the lives of people with learning disabilities, autism, brain injuries and other complex needs. We're different because we pride ourselves on putting the people we support at the centre of everything we do. We do this by delivering specifically tailored support for every individual we work with.
At Walsingham Support, our staff teams are the linchpin of our organisation and they are passionate about our ambition. We work in an equal and diverse society in which people with disabilities are citizens in their own right. We support them so that they can reach their own potential. By working with Walsingham Support, you'll be supporting disabled people live their lives to the full.
Our Vision:
Walsingham Support will grow to become a leader in the social care sector to meet the evolving needs of people we support and the higher expectations they have around how they live.
We will reinforce the voices of all those with learning disabilities, autistic people and other complex needs to challenge the status quo, disrupt perceived limitations and influence sector wide change.
Our Mission:
We see the person not the limitations. We work alongside adults with complex needs to fulfil their life aspirations. We employ and develop exceptional people. We are agile, continuously learning as we respond to evolving needs.
Our Values:
People Focused:

Whether it is staff or the people we support, we strive for people to live their best lives.
One Team:

Achieving meaningful outcomes by coming together to create a friendly, proactive and inclusive culture.
Say it as it is:

Every voice is heard and respected, we encourage open and transparent communication.
Ambitious:

Determined to be the best in everything we do.
When we hire new people, we look for team players who take pride in what they do and adopt a can-do attitude. Each and every member of the team plays a vital role in making a huge difference to individual lives by helping them to reach their full potential. In return, well help you to exceed your career ambitions, aims and aspirations.
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THE BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR A CHARITY
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Working for a charity can offer a range of unique benefits compared to working for a commercial business. If it is your first time applying for a job at a charity organisation below are some of the notable differences between us and a commercial, corporate organisation:
Sense of Purpose:

Many people find working for a charity to be more personally fulfilling because they contribute to a cause or mission that aligns with their values. The sense of purpose derived from making a positive impact on society can be a powerful motivator.
Social Impact:

Charities typically focus on addressing social issues, whether it's healthcare, education, poverty, or the environment. Working for a charity allows employees to be part of efforts to create positive social change and improve the lives of others.
Diverse and Inclusive Environment:

Charities often have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, reflecting the diverse communities they serve. Employees may find themselves working alongside people with varied backgrounds and perspectives.
Skill Development:

Working for a charity may provide opportunities for employees to develop a wide range of skills. With limited resources, employees often take on multiple roles and responsibilities, allowing for skill diversification and professional growth.
Community Engagement:

Charities are usually deeply connected to the communities they serve. Employees may have the chance to engage directly with beneficiaries, volunteers, and community partners, fostering a strong sense of community and interconnectedness.
Flexibility and Passion-Driven Work:

While this may not be universally true, some charities offer a more flexible work environment, recognising the passion and commitment of their employees. This can lead to increased job satisfaction and work-life balance.
Positive Workplace Culture:

Charities often foster a positive and collaborative workplace culture where employees share a common goal and work together to achieve it. This sense of camaraderie can contribute to a supportive and encouraging work environment.
You are not making money for a board of Directors:

At Walsingham, any surplus funds generated by the charity goes back into the care of the service users and not to pay bonuses to directors.
Job Stability:

According to Tori Utley's article for Forbes magazine in 2016, charities are less likely to take risks when expanding, so are less likely to suffer financially compared to companies that focus purely on profit. Many non-profit organisations do not have private owners, and they do not issue stock or pay dividends as rewards.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Join our dedicated team and make a positive impact in the social care sector. Apply today!
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