Area Manager - Supported Living - North London

The OpportunityPosition DurationPermanentRole TypeArea ManagerCountyGreater LondonCompanyLifeways GroupSalary / rate of pay£45,000 - £55,000Post CodeTown or CityRef No12650We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Area Manager to inspire excellence across services in North London. Overseeing a small number of services you’ll empower a team of Service Managers to achieve outstanding outcomes. As the CQC Registered Manager for the area, you’ll champion quality, innovation, and person-centred support.At Lifeways, we’re committed to your personal and professional growth. As an Area Manager, you’ll be part of our regional leadership team, where your ideas will help shape the future of care. We will invest in your development through tailored leadership coaching and the opportunity to pursue a Level 7 Strategic Management Qualification.What You’ll Bring To Lifeways

• Proven experience managing multiple supported living or residential services within the health and social care sector.
• Exceptional knowledge of CQC regulations and inspection frameworks, with a strong track record of achieving and maintaining high-quality ratings through robust governance and compliance.
• Expert understanding of the Mental Capacity Act (MCA), including best-interest decision-making, consent, and safeguarding, ensuring services consistently operate within legal and ethical frameworks.
• Strong leadership capability, with evidence of developing high-performing teams and driving consistently high standards across services.
• A proactive and rigorous approach to quality assurance, health & safety, and regulatory compliance, ensuring services not only meet but exceed CQC standards.
• The ability to identify operational risks and performance gaps, implementing clear, effective action plans that deliver measurable service improvements.
• A Level 4 qualification or higher in Health and Social Care or Management (or equivalent experience).
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs such as brain injury, learning disabilities, autism, or mental health conditions and physical disabilities.

• Leadership development programmes & progression pathways
• A supportive, inclusive workplace culture
• Matched contribution company pension scheme
• Wellbeing resources and mental health support
• Reward and Recognition Schemes
• Discounts on shopping, tech, travel, and more through CHOICE Rewards