At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead daily operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing key projects.
- Company: START, a mental health charity with over 30 years of impactful service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a passionate team dedicated to creativity and recovery in mental health.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while shaping the future of our charity.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership skills and experience in operational management.
The predicted salary is between 33860 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Salford
Hours: 4 Days per week (28 hours) worked across Monday to Friday, specific work pattern to be agreed, with flexibility required
Salary Band: £33,860 - £40,000 FTE (£27,088 - £32,000 per annum actual for 28 hours per week)
Contract Type: Permanent
Pension: 5% employer contribution
Annual Leave: 30 days plus statutory holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
About Us
START is a Salford based mental health charity, of over 30 years, that uses creativity, connection and recovery interventions to help improve people's lives.
Job Overview
We are looking for an experienced, proactive and highly organised Operations Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of START by ensuring the organisation operates safely, efficiently and in line with best practice.
Core Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operational management of the charity
- Lead on health and safety, facilities management, information governance, H.R, organisational policies and procedures
- Manage operational staff
- Lead key organisational projects
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, trustees, partners and external contractors to support the delivery of our strategic objectives
This varied and rewarding role requires a confident leader with excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, who can manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of compliance and service delivery. You will be passionate about creating efficient systems, fostering a positive working environment and ensuring the organisation remains compliant with relevant legislation and best practice.
Additional Information
If you are an experienced operational leader who thrives on driving improvement, building strong relationships and supporting an organisation that makes a real difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Closing date for receiving applications will be Tuesday 18th August 2026 at 12 noon. Interested? Please click 'Apply' and follow the job board process. You will receive an email from our partners at CHM Recruit containing further information on how to apply for the role.
START are committed to equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. With this in mind, we welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, gender identity, sex or sexual orientation.
No agencies please.
Operations Manager employer: START in Salford
START is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for Recovery Workers in Salford. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the company provides comprehensive training and development opportunities, alongside a generous benefits package that includes a 5% pension contribution and 28 days of annual leave. The collaborative culture fosters innovation and values the unique contributions of each team member, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about mental health care.
