Area Manager – Supported Living Services; Adults

This position does not offer sponsorship. We are unable to accept applications from individuals who require a visa to work in the UK.

We are seeking an experienced Area Manager to lead and manage supported living services across multiple locations in Devon or Cornwall. You will oversee care for adults with complex needs, including learning disabilities, autism, and challenging behaviours, supported by multiple large staff teams across several homes. This is a hands‑on leadership role, with significant time spent in the community supporting both staff and clients, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across all services.

• Lead and manage day‑to‑day operations across multiple supported living locations, ensuring high‑quality, person‑centred care for adults with complex needs.
• Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations, implementing and monitoring action plans following inspections.
• Inspire, support, and develop multiple large staff teams across different homes, fostering a positive and collaborative culture.
• Oversee staff scheduling, resource management, and recruitment to maintain a motivated, well‑supported workforce.
• Collaborate with the director, operations manager, HR manager, and other stakeholders to align service delivery with organisational goals.
• Engage directly with clients, families, multidisciplinary teams, and external professionals to support tailored care plans.

• Competitive salary up to £47,500 per year.
• Company car to support travel across your designated area.
• Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm role with shared on‑call responsibilities.
• Opportunity to lead and shape care services across multiple homes in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Career progression opportunities in management, quality assurance, and compliance.
• Hands‑on leadership role with autonomy to shape service delivery and team culture.

• Proven experience as an Area Manager or Registered Manager in supported living or residential care, with at least five years managing adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex behaviours.
• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management or equivalent (essential).
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to foster a positive, person‑centred culture across multiple teams and homes.
• In‑depth knowledge of CQC compliance and quality assurance processes, with a track record of implementing action plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with staff, clients, families, and external professionals.
• Strong organisational, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple locations.
• Full driving licence essential due to service coverage across Devon and Cornwall.

If you wish to either apply or gain further information, please contact Ed at Compass Associates on  or email