£85K/yr to £100K/yr
Derbyshire Dales, England
Permanent, Variable

Operations Director - Health Sector Elderly Care Services

Posted by Cedar.

?? Join a Rapidly Growing Care Company at a Pivotal Moment in Our Journey ??
Director of Operations (REGIONAL)
?? Location: flexible with regular travel across your portfolio
?? Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
?? Salary: £85,000 - 100k (DOE) + 4k Car Allowance and travel expenses

This is not just another job, this is your opportunity to be part of a thriving, ambitious company during an incredibly exciting time of growth. We're an established and respected name in the private care sector, delivering high-quality adult social care through long-standing partnerships with local authorities. As we continue to expand, we're looking for a Director of Operations who can help lead us into our next chapter and one that could very well include a future COO position for the right person.

�? About the Role

As Director of Operations, you'll be the driving force behind a portfolio of care-at-home branches, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and client satisfaction. This is a senior strategic role where you'll not only manage but inspire-mentoring Registered Managers and Senior Teams to deliver outstanding care while embedding a culture of quality and accountability.

You'll also play a critical role in stakeholder engagement, bringing your existing relationships with commissioners and local authorities to the table. If you've got experience with the self-funder market, fantastic. If not, we'll support you in developing this fast-growing area.

?? What You'll Do

  • Lead and Empower: Support and develop Senior Managers and Registered Managers to exceed care and performance standards.
  • Raise the Bar: Drive high quality through internal audits, monthly visits, and compliance reviews.
  • Shape the Future: Work alongside our CEO and COO to influence policy and innovate care delivery models.
  • Connect and Grow: Strengthen relationships with local authorities and community stakeholders, increasing our visibility and reach.
  • Think Commercially: Guide financial performance across your branches, balancing growth with smart cost control.

�? What's In It For You?

  • �? 25 days holiday to rest and recharge
  • ?? Career progression - with the potential to grow into a future COO role
  • ?? Car allowance to support your regional travel
  • ?? Employee Assistance Program for peace of mind
  • ?? Blue Light Card access - enjoy exclusive discounts across retail, dining, travel and more
  • ?? Learning and development - a full induction, ongoing training, and support for your professional ambitions

�? Why Now?

This is a pivotal time to join us. We're scaling up, innovating our service model, and investing heavily in leadership. If you're an ambitious operational leader with a passion for care, strong local authority connections, and the drive to help shape a growing organisation...this is your moment.

Ready to make a real impact and grow with us?
Apply today and take your career to the next level.

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