HEAD OF SOCIAL CARE OPERATIONS
We're seeking a dedicated individual to provide operational leadership for our Residential Services. In this role, you'll foster person-centered care approaches and ensure the highest standards of quality and safety. You will oversee safeguarding practices, compliance, and lead our care teams daily. If you're passionate about making a difference in residential care, we want to hear from you!
LOCATION: Onsite, BN8 4EF
SALARY: £44,000- £50,000 per annum
HOURS: Full time, 5 days a week
Why Us
Chailey Heritage Foundation is a leading charity dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities and health needs. Our state-of-the-art facilities and expert colleagues create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive, reach their full potential and make a difference to their lives and that of their families.
There is a real sense of making a difference and belonging to something very special.
We don’t just offer jobs; we provide opportunities to be part of a team that demonstrates empathy and a genuine passion to help others and a capacity to build rewarding relationships. We will provide extensive support, and training, as well as opportunities for career progression.
What you’ll be doing:
- Provide leadership and oversight for both children’s and adults’ services, ensuring high-quality care delivery across all operational areas.
- Role model strong and effective relationship building with all stakeholders within and outside of the Foundation.
- Work closely with and provide support to Service Managers, helping them maintain operational excellence and compliance with OFSTED and CQC standards.
- Monitor, evaluate, and develop care services, ensuring that they consistently meet regulatory requirements and exceed standards in quality, safety, and service delivery.
- Lead on safeguarding practices across services, ensuring robust policies and procedures are in place and adhered to.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to drive continuous improvement and enhance service outcomes.
- Manage resources and staffing effectively to ensure optimal care is delivered while maintaining regulatory and operational efficiency.
What you bring to the table:
- Proven experience in managing residential services, ideally within children or specialist care settings.
- A comprehensive understanding of OFSTED and standards for residential care.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop a team.
- Experience in acting as a Registered Manager and/or Safeguarding Lead is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to balance operational needs and regulatory compliance.
- Relevant qualifications in health and social care (Level 5 or equivalent).
THE REWARDS GO BEYOND SALARY…
Our comprehensive benefits package includes a diverse range of rewards and benefits, ensuring that there's something for everyone.
In addition to a competitive salary, we provide access to:
- Discount facilities
- Enhanced Pension Scheme
- Healthcare Cashplan
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health & Wellbeing Centre
- Death in Service benefit
- Free tea/coffee/kitchen facilities
- Onsite Café
- Free parking.
Plus, we cover the cost for all DBS checks and renewals!
How to apply:
We are working with Panoramic Associates, if you are interested in applying, please click the link and get in touch who can tell you more about this amazing opportunity.
Head of Social Care Operations JD
Application deadline: 4th November.
Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.
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