Dimensions are proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme in 2023, our 5th year in a row! Joining part of our senior leadership team as an interim Operations Director in London for a minimum fixed period of 12 months, with a possible extension to cover a period of leave. While this role is fixed term, Dimensions are a large and growing organisation in this sector and further opportunities may become available for a successful candidate. A secondment opportunity can only be arranged with the consent of the employee and their line manager. Employees must obtain the agreement of their substantive line manager before applying for a secondment post. Applications will be shortlisted on receipt and interviews will be held until the post is filled. The closing date of this role may close early. You will take on direct line management responsibilities for our London Locality managers, who are registered with CQC. Whilst the position is home based, there is an expectation that the Operations Director will regularly visit the homes and be there for their teams as and when required, with a keen focus on the development of quality and practice through great leadership. (Key areas of travel in London will be North West, North and North East London). As Dimensions is part of a National Organisation, there will be a requirement for the post holder to attend occasional meetings outside of the region, but these will be limited to supporting personal and professional development and to connectivity with peers and access to a wider support network. Interviews will take place on Teams on the 8th, 12th or 15th of April. About the role Your main duties will include: - Understanding the needs and outcomes of the people living in the London area, along with the standards expected for the delivery of care by CQC. - Leading a group of Locality Managers who report directly to you, ensuring that they manage and lead their teams in an effective way in line with Dimensions values. - Leading managers, teams and stakeholders to work collaboratively, making a positive difference for the people we support. - Ensuring minimum standards are understood and adhered to, while striving for excellence in line with people's personal choices and person centred outcomes. - Working in partnership with the regional leadership team to deliver on regional goals and initiatives. About you The successful applicant will have: - A great knowledge and understanding of supported living and registered care support for people with a learning disability. - Have a demonstrable understanding of the requirements of the CQC and of working in health and social care. - Be results focused; the ability to work proactively, plan, organise, optimise resources and complete targets within agreed timescales. - Experienced in leading and delivering projects - Have good networking, influencing and negotiation skills The rewards - £6,000 - Car allowance - Up to 35 days' annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays) - Staff discount shopping scheme 'Rewarding Dimensions' - We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday. - Employee Assistance Programme - Pension scheme - Long Service Awards - Qualification scheme - Employee recognition scheme 'Inspiring People' - Discounted health and dental cover - Life Assurance For more information visit www.dimensions-uk.org/careers Apply now! - We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce. - As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by Jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment towards the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees. - As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 03003039150. - We have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all of our recruitment communications.