Senior Care Operations Director

5 hours ago


Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Joneshouse Recruitment Ltd Full time £65,000

We are seeking an experienced Senior Care Operations Director to oversee residential services, ensuring compliance with Ofsted and other regulatory bodies. This is a key leadership role where you will provide operational management, lead Registered Managers and staff teams, and drive improvements in quality, performance, and growth.

Key Responsibilities
  • Act as the interim manager in the absence of a Registered Manager to ensure stability and continuity of care.
  • Conduct regular supervisions, performance reviews, and professional development plans for managers and senior staff.
  • Address underperformance through performance management plans and take disciplinary action where required.
  • Oversee central functions, including HR, maintenance, and referrals.
Compliance and Quality Assurance
  • Act as the Ofsted-registered Responsible Individual for designated services, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and standards.
  • Lead quality assurance inspections and visits from Ofsted or local authorities, ensuring any actions or recommendations are addressed promptly.
  • Implement and monitor robust quality assurance processes to evaluate performance and drive continuous improvement.
Business Development
  • Promote services to local authorities to maximise occupancy and demand.
  • Identify opportunities for growth within the health and social care sector and present viable proposals to Directors.
Salary and Benefits

£60,000 per annum, plus benefits including 28 days annual leave, access to discounted Bupa Healthcare, NEST pension contributions, and 24/7 access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).



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