Area Manager Care Homes

Posting date:	12 January 2026
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	11 February 2026
Location:	Stockport
Company:	Willing Care Recruitment Limited
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	1453818884

Summary

Area Manager – Care Homes & Elderly Care

This Area Manager position covers a small group of residential elderly care homes across Stockport and the surrounding areas. The role holds senior responsibility for care quality, operational performance, and the leadership of Home Managers across multiple sites. It is a permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week) with a salary of up to £67,500, depending on experience.

Before You Apply

• This role is not suitable for candidates without senior operational experience in elderly care.


• Applicants must have managed multiple services or sites within a care home setting.


• A strong working knowledge of CQC standards and dementia care is essential.

Key Job Details

• Salary: Up to £67,500 per annum


• Sector: Residential elderly care homes


• Location: Stockport and surrounding areas


• Requirements: Level 5 Health & Social Care, full UK driving licence

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Senior operational role with autonomy and direct influence on quality and performance


• Stable, permanent position within a growing care home group


• Benefits: Company pension, life assurance, day off for your birthday, benefits portal and much more!

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience as an Area Manager, Operations Manager, or similar multi-site role


• Background in residential elderly care homes


• Demonstrable track record of delivering high-quality care and positive CQC outcomes


• Strong knowledge of dementia care and regulatory compliance


• Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)


• Full UK driving licence

What You’ll Do

• Lead and support Home Managers to deliver safe, effective, and high-quality care


• Ensure each home meets or exceeds CQC standards and internal KPIs


• Oversee budgets, occupancy, staffing levels, and cost control across all homes


• Drive consistent best practice in dementia care and resident wellbeing


• Manage performance, compliance, and governance across multiple sites


• Work closely with senior leadership to implement operational priorities

What Happens After You Apply

Applications are reviewed promptly and carefully. Suitable candidates will be contacted directly to discuss the role in more detail. The process is professional, clear, and respectful of your time.

Reference: WILL198563/JJ

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