Jobs, fresher vacancy - Area Manager • UK

Company: Olive Recruit

UK

Area Manager Location: London Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per year Hours: 40 per week (08:30 17:30, flexibility required) Job Scope: We are seeking an experienced and motivated Area Manager to oversee multiple branches delivering visiting and live-in care services across London and Kent. The Area Manager will provide leadership to Branch Care Managers and their teams, ensuring outstanding care, compliance, and operational performance. As an Area Manager, you will be responsible for managing growth and risk across your area, maintaining CQC standards, and supporting the recruitment, induction, and development of staff. The role requires a strong focus on performance management while creating a positive and value-driven culture. This is a field-based position, requiring regular travel to each branch (minimum twice per month). The Area Manager role offers autonomy, challenge, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the region. Do you have? Multi-site management experience within healthcare (domiciliary care preferred, but open to NHS or other regulated care sectors).Strong understanding of CQC compliance and regulatory frameworks.Experience in managing performance, growth, and risk across multiple sites.Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel frequently. Benefits: 25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service)Blue Light Card, EAP, and employee recognition rewardOngoing training, development, and career progression opportunitiesEmployee recognition and wellbeing supportFull support from a Regional Manager, Quality Team, and peer networkCommission-based bonuses At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values - Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovationguide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel. As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments. We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong. Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes. The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required.Client Name Helping Hands Client Address Helping Hands House,10 Tything Road, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 6EP Copy of signed TOB * YES Fee agreed 10% Number of service users-if applicable 9-10 Branches Person in contact Laura Position of person in Contact Recruitment Manager Email Laura.Traynor@helpinghands.co.uk Telephone/Mobile Number 0330 818 5763 Website URL Helping Hands Home Care: Live-in, Visiting & Private Care Other Client Information (what kind of service, how many services, different locations, overall benefits package) National Franchise Homecare provider for the elderly, offering Live-in Care, Domiciliary Care and Hourly support. Any challenges within the business that will impact the recruitment of new employees? Someone with Multi-site experience and is happy to travel across London and Kent. Any proposed solutions for the challenges the business is facing? NA Client Recruitment Information Do they have internal recruitment? * YES Are they using any other external recruitment firms? * YES If “Yes” which one/s? * NA Any challenges when NA Vacancy Information Vacancy Name Area Manager Vacancy reporting to role Regional Director Copy of job description provided YES Essential/desirable qualifications • Must have Multi-site management experience within healthcare. • Preferred experience within Dom-care, but open to experienced area managers from other care sectors, accept NHS • Targeted on growth but also on provision support for branch managers. Location (including postal code) Covering London and Kent. Employment Type Permanent Hours per week 40 Working Hours 08.30-17.30 Salary per year/per hour £60,000 - £65,000 basic salary Any additional salary information i.e. bonus/ allowance/holidays £5000 car allowance, plus bonus up to £12,000 per year Working shifts/day nights on-call No, but as area manager, there may be times where they need to be flexible. Contract Type Permanent Work Location On-site Travelling involved YES If “Yes” how often? Must visit each branch at least once per month. Driving Licence required YES Are other agencies working on this * YES Do we have exclusivity for: (days/weeks)* NO Interview process — How many? Who will they be with? What is required? Offer Process? * 2 stages. 1. With Sophie Parker – Ops 2. With Adam Wilkins - Director Urgency to fill ASAP Vacancy Close Date * NA