Regional Operations Manager
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Regional Operations Manager (Area Manager) to join our team at Choice Support. In this role, you will support, coach, and guide our service managers and teams to deliver high-quality care that reflects our values and mission. You will oversee the day to day running of several services that support adults with learning disabilities, helping to ensure everything runs smoothly and that the people we support receive the best care possible.
Hours:
This is a full-time role. More details about specific working hours can be provided during the recruitment process.
Location:
You will be responsible for services in London (Lewisham, Newham and Hackney). You will be based at our Deptford office with regular travel to different services and sites.
About You:
We are looking for someone who communicates well and feels confident working with families, commissioners, and other professionals. You will be passionate about helping people with learning disabilities live fulfilling lives. You should be motivated, well-organised, and comfortable leading teams. We are also looking for someone who can inspire others, drive positive change, and stay committed to promoting people’s rights and upholding the values of Choice Support.
Requirements
· Previous experience in a similar operational or leadership role
· Knowledge of adult social care, particularly services for people with learning disabilities
· Able to register with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) for the regulated activity of ‘personal care’.
· Comfortable working as part of a wider management team to ensure services are high quality and financially sustainable
· a driving licence and willing to travel
What We Offer
· 27 days of annual leave, rising to 28 days after 3 years
· Employee assistance programme for wellbeing support
· Eyecare scheme
· Access to employee discounts on everyday purchases
For more information or for an informal conversation please contact: Anna Melia at anna.melia@choicesupport.org.uk
We are looking for people who share our values and want to make a real difference.
To keep the people we support safe, we follow safer recruitment steps. This includes DBS checks, reference checks and reviewing your work history.
Closing date 23:30 Wednesday 11th February 2026
We may close this post early if we receive sufficient applications before the closing date. If you are interested in applying, we would ask that you do so as early as possible to avoid any disappointment.
Interviews: Panel interviews held at Choice Support’s London Office, Westminster Bridge Road – Date to be confirmed
How to Apply
Complete the below form attaching your CV and submitting a supporting statement that is no more than 2 sides of A4 answering the following:
What do you see as your purpose in this role?
What value can you bring to this role and to Choice Support as a whole?
What will your main focus be during your first three months?
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Choice Support is Disability Confident which is a scheme run by the Department of Work and Pensions. As part of our commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme - all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. If you consider yourself to have a disability or long-term chronic health condition or if you require any adjustments/support during the application/selection process, please contact us so that we can discuss your needs with you.
