Property Services and Operational Manager

Our client is seeking a dedicated and highly organised Supported Accommodation Children and Young Peoples Services (Ofsted) Area Manager to join their team.Please note: this is not a Registered Manager position, you will not be required to register with Ofsted. The ideal candidate will have experience of managing people, overseeing multiple sites and a strong understanding of working with young people in supported accommodation. Our client supports vulnerable individuals and households. They provide quality housing, deliver tailored support plans, training, education, and employment opportunities to help people achieve stable lives and realise their full potential.Purpose of the role In this role, you will be responsible for the effective day to day operational management and property oversight of several Ofsted regulated supported accommodation services for looked after children and care leavers age 16-25.You will ensure each service is safe, well-maintained, and fully compliant with Ofsted standards and wider regulatory requirements.To lead, manage, and take accountability for the delivery of effective performance and the overall direction of the Service to include budget, property, voids, staffing, and service development in accordance with the Association’s Asset Based Approach, Statement of Purpose and business objectives.To manage, monitor, review and take accountability for compliance with regulators, commissioners and other key stakeholders in accordance with service contract provisions and OFSTED Regulations.They offer the following benefits: Salary up to £40,000 per annum dependent on experience for 37.5 hours per week,Competitive Annual Leave (25 days annual leave and 2 extra days added for a year of no sick days each calendar year) + bank holidaysTraining and career advancementDiscounted Goods and servicesPensionAccess to Westfield Health and Westfield Rewards/DiscountsLife Assurance (4x Basic annual salary from the start of employment)Multidimensional wellbeing programmes and family-friendly policies for staffRefer a friend policyFlexible Working – Hybrid roleAccess to EV pool carsRelocation packageTraining package – offering NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and ManagementOur client is passionate about actively encouraging applicants from all cultures, backgrounds, and identities. They are committed to treating our teams fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background, disability, or any other protected characteristic and this starts with their recruitment process. Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults accessing their services. They expect all staff, volunteers, and workers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced with Barred List Adult and Child DBS check, scrutiny of employment history and robust references checks. Please note applicants must be authorised to work in the UK as our client is unable to provide Visa sponsorships.

Created: 2025-09-11