Autonomy Care Group providing the very best care for vulnerable people, either in their own homes or one of our residential services. We’ve built a highly skilled and experienced team who provide care with empathy and respect.
The Role
The Operations Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring that services are delivered efficiently while meeting regulatory standards and service user needs. This position requires flexibility to balance operational effectiveness with strategic planning to drive growth and improve service quality.
Person Specification and responsibilities:
Strong financial acumen, including budget management, cost control, and financial forecasting and will be responsible for overseeing budgets to ensure that services are delivered within financial constraints while maximising profitability.
Identifying new business opportunities and partnerships that can enhance service offerings or expand market reach. You will have experience in developing strategies to increase revenue streams through service diversification or improved service user acquisition strategies.
Understand trends in social care services, competitor analysis, and service user needs assessment to help shape operational strategies that align with market demands.
Responsible for implementing cost-effective practices without compromising service quality, able to streamline operations to reduce waste and improve overall efficiency.
Strong leadership skills are essential for motivating teams towards achieving strategic goals.
Ensuring compliance and promoting best practices with regulatory standards and other relevant legislation.
Lead initiatives aimed at improving service quality through feedback mechanisms, performance metrics, and continuous improvement processes.
Demonstrate experience in engaging with various stakeholders, including clients, families, local authorities, and healthcare professionals. The strong relationships is vital for fostering collaboration and ensuring comprehensive care delivery.
A relevant qualification such as NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
Proven experience in learning disabilities / complex needs
Strong understanding of CQC regulations and other relevant legislation.
Safeguarding Commitment: We prioritise the safety and well-being of everyone who uses our services and support safe recruitment practices. It’s important to share any relevant information in your application, as this helps us ensure a safe environment for all. If you have a conviction that does not pose a risk to vulnerable individuals, we are open to discussing your application further during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunities Statement: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of their sex, religious beliefs, political opinions, race, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender reassignment status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
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