A fast-growing and reputable early-years childcare and education provider is seeking an Area Manager to deliver on their strategic priorities and make sure all sites are safe, well-maintained and fully compliant. The Area Manager will have previous experience working in a similar operations role, have experience working in an EYFS setting, experience keeping sites Ofsted compliant, and have proven experience executing company strategies. In addition, the Area Manager will have excellent financial, leadership, communication, relationship-building and problem-solving skills. You must know HandS legislation and have HR/personnel development experience. Having successfully achieved the Investors in People standard at their main site, our client is now rolling this approach out across the entire organisation. This reflects a long-term commitment to developing its people, strengthening leadership, and ensuring employees experience the same high standards of support and development wherever they work. Key Responsibilities Deliver the Company s strategic priorities and agreed objectives, ensuring progress is tracked and reported Have all sites meet or exceed agreed KPIs and work with senior management to create these metrics Be responsible for keeping all sites fully Ofsted and EYFS compliant, ensuring all safeguarding policies are current and designated leads are trained Be involved and provide input in the due diligence for future acquisitions Be responsible for future site ..... full job details .....