Operational Manager
| Posting date: | 21 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £49,771 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 18 September 2025 |
| Location: | Leeds, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Inspire North |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | INS1131360 |
Summary
Operational Manager - Maternity Cover
Location: Leeds (with hybrid working)
Salary: £49,771 per annum pro rata
Hours: 32 hours per week
Contract: Fixed term until 18 September 2026
Ref: INS1131360
Make a Difference Every Day!
Are you an experienced leader who values collaboration, quality, and making a meaningful difference? We’re looking for an Operational Manager to provide maternity cover and help guide our frontline services with clarity, and confidence.
In this role, you’ll support and coach our Service Managers to ensure services are safe, effective, and person-centred. You’ll help shape how we deliver support, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure we meet regulatory standards while staying true to our values.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Supporting service managers to deliver high-quality, co-produced services.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (e.g. Ofsted, CQC, housing regulator).
• Enabling teams to manage budgets effectively and maintain smooth service delivery.
• Building strong relationships with commissioners, partners, and colleagues.
• Encouraging continuous improvement and thoughtful innovation.
Who We’re Looking For
• A confident and supportive leader with experience managing teams and services.
• Knowledgeable in safeguarding and regulatory frameworks.
• A practical problem-solver with sound financial oversight skills.
• A clear communicator who builds trust and collaboration.
• Someone who shares our commitment to inclusive, values-led support.
Why Join Us?
We believe when people feel supported and valued, they thrive. Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of our team:
• Flexible and hybrid working to suit your lifestyle.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days with service.
• Tailored learning and development opportunities.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling and GP access.
• Employer pension contributions to support your future.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption benefits.
• Exclusive discounts for care workers.
• Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Cycle to Work and Corporate Health Plan.
We are proud to be an inclusive, anti-racist organisation where everyone can thrive by being their true self. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re ready to use your skills to support others and lead with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
For an informal chat about the role, contact Will Goode, Director of Operations at will.goode@inspirenorth.co.uk or 07391 868748
Closing date: Thursday 18th September 2025. We encourage early applications as we may begin shortlisting ahead of the deadline if we receive strong interest.
Interviews: 30 September 2025
Location: Leeds (with hybrid working)
Salary: £49,771 per annum pro rata
Hours: 32 hours per week
Contract: Fixed term until 18 September 2026
Ref: INS1131360
Make a Difference Every Day!
Are you an experienced leader who values collaboration, quality, and making a meaningful difference? We’re looking for an Operational Manager to provide maternity cover and help guide our frontline services with clarity, and confidence.
In this role, you’ll support and coach our Service Managers to ensure services are safe, effective, and person-centred. You’ll help shape how we deliver support, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure we meet regulatory standards while staying true to our values.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Supporting service managers to deliver high-quality, co-produced services.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (e.g. Ofsted, CQC, housing regulator).
• Enabling teams to manage budgets effectively and maintain smooth service delivery.
• Building strong relationships with commissioners, partners, and colleagues.
• Encouraging continuous improvement and thoughtful innovation.
Who We’re Looking For
• A confident and supportive leader with experience managing teams and services.
• Knowledgeable in safeguarding and regulatory frameworks.
• A practical problem-solver with sound financial oversight skills.
• A clear communicator who builds trust and collaboration.
• Someone who shares our commitment to inclusive, values-led support.
Why Join Us?
We believe when people feel supported and valued, they thrive. Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of our team:
• Flexible and hybrid working to suit your lifestyle.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days with service.
• Tailored learning and development opportunities.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling and GP access.
• Employer pension contributions to support your future.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption benefits.
• Exclusive discounts for care workers.
• Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including Cycle to Work and Corporate Health Plan.
We are proud to be an inclusive, anti-racist organisation where everyone can thrive by being their true self. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re ready to use your skills to support others and lead with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
For an informal chat about the role, contact Will Goode, Director of Operations at will.goode@inspirenorth.co.uk or 07391 868748
Closing date: Thursday 18th September 2025. We encourage early applications as we may begin shortlisting ahead of the deadline if we receive strong interest.
Interviews: 30 September 2025
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