Head of Area Operations

Job description

Head of Area Operations

Location: South London and Croydon

Contract type: Permanent

Are you an experienced Head of Operations or Operations Manager looking for your next career adventure? Are you passionate about supporting and inspiring people to live healthy, happy, and meaningful lives? Do you want a career that is fulfilling and fun, where you can realise your full potential?

You will be responsible for maintaining quality, monitoring and improving financial performance where possible and identifying any growth opportunities for new or existing homes in the area.

You will also maintain and support positive relationships with commissioners, families and other external stakeholders, to keep them informed on organisational updates and ensure the people we support are receiving the very best care.

Benefits:

At Achieve together, we see this as more than a job, this is the start of your career journey with us. We have fantastic opportunities to develop your career and reach your full potential. Not forgetting, we also offer a wide range of benefits that include:

• Competitive salary
• Life insurance
• Stream - a financial health app that gives you the ability to receive optional pay advances
• Opportunities for ongoing education and professional growth
• Employee welfare and wellbeing initiatives
• Access to counseling services and mental health programs
• Recognition schemes, team events and social activities
• Employee discount schemes across a range of retailers and services
• Staff incentive schemes such as Refer a Friend, Employee of the Month and Heroes Awards
• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values employee well-being
• Opportunities for team building and social engagement

Let’s Hear About You.

The successful candidate will be able to work some evenings and weekends to meet the needs of the business, and some travel will be expected. An NVQ5 (minimum) in social care or equivalent is essential. Substantial experience in the regional manager role or similar role will be necessary to succeed in this role, including experience in senior management/governance of complex care. An understanding of legal framework associated with mental health & forensic governance will also be of benefit.

However, passion for positively shaping lives is just as important to us as your experience. Building on your existing knowledge and experience we will give you all the training and support that you need. You’ll need an appetite for learning and a real desire to make a difference to peoples’ lives.

So, if you want to start, or continue your career journey in care with us, we want to hear from you. Be part of our team, Sharing Moments. Shaping Lives.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Croydon

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

12-01-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English