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Area Manager – Doncaster. We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Area Manager to inspire excellence across our services in Doncaster. At Lifeways, we’re committed to your personal and professional growth. As an Area Manager, you’ll be part of our regional leadership team, where your ideas will help shape the future of care. We will invest in your development through tailored leadership coaching and the opportunity to pursue a Level 7 Strategic Management Qualification in partnership with two of the top business schools in the UK.
Job Responsibility:
Overseeing a small number of services delivering around 5,000 commissioned hours of support
Empower a team of Service Managers to achieve outstanding outcomes
As the CQC Registered Manager for the area, champion quality, innovation, and person-centred support
Requirements:
Proven experience managing multi-site supported living or residential services in the health and social care sector
Strong leadership skills, with a track record of growing teams and driving high standards across services
A proactive approach to ensuring quality, health & safety, and regulatory compliance—meeting and exceeding CQC standards
The ability to identify and address operational challenges, implementing effective action plans to achieve service improvements
A Level 4 qualification or higher in Care or Management (or equivalent experience)
Nice to have:
Experience in managing services for individuals with complex needs such as brain injury, learning disabilities, autism, and mental health is beneficial but not essential
What we offer:
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