Business Development Manager

Prosperity Care and Wellbeing; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Gloucester seeks a Business Development Manager to enhance partnerships with health authorities and improve access to care services. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Health & Social Care, offer business development expertise, and have a solid understanding of UK social care systems. Join a compassionate team focused on making a real difference in individuals' lives, while enjoying a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Thorough induction and ongoing training

Access to lifestyle savings

Free online counselling and GP services

Discounted gym membership

Wellbeing support programmes

Free parking and flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Enhanced DBS check paid for by us

Qualifications

• Experience in working with supported living or community-based care services.
• Experience in business development or commissioning within health/social care.
• Solid understanding of UK social care systems.
• Confidence in writing proposals and navigating procurement frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Build partnerships with local authorities and health organisations.
• Develop tailored service proposals reflecting local needs.
• Prepare bids and negotiate contracts.
• Track service performance to ensure quality and compliance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Proposal writing

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Health & Social Care, Business, or related field

Job description

Business Development Manager

Location:Gloucestershire (with occasional travel)

Hours:37.5 hour per week

Salary:£48,000 - £52,000 (performance-based bonus up to 20% of base salary – can be discussed at interview)

Closing date: 14thAugust 2025

Lead with Purpose. Thrive with Us.

Are you ready to make a genuine difference in people’s lives while advancing your career with an award-winning organisation?

AtProsperity Care & Wellbeing, we’re passionate about delivering outstanding, person-centred care to vulnerable adults with complex needs. Our work changes lives - and we’re proud to be recognised for it:

• Culture and Diversity Award - 2023
• Best Place to Work in Gloucestershire - 2022
• Care Employer of the Year – 2024
• Winner of Excellence in Social Care Training Award – 2024
• The Employer Award (Independent) at National Learning Disabilities and Autism awards - 2025

Join a team that values compassion, innovation, and professional development. We offer a supportive environment, competitive salary, and a wide range of benefits designed to help you flourish - both in your career and personal life.

About the Role

The role of a Business Development Manager will help us grow our reach and make a bigger impact at Prosperity Care & Wellbeing. You’ll play a key part in building strong partnerships with local authorities and health organisations, helping more people access the personalised support we offer.

You’ll focus on developing trusted relationships with commissioners, procurement teams, and key stakeholders across local councils and NHS bodies. By staying on top of commissioning trends and policy changes, you’ll be able to spot new opportunities where our services can make a real difference.

Working closely with our care and wellbeing teams, you’ll help create thoughtful, tailored service proposals that reflect local needs and our values. You’ll lead the preparation of bids and tenders and negotiate contracts that are sustainable and in line with our person-centred approach to care.

You’ll also make sure everything we deliver meets the highest standards—ensuring proposals are compliant, high quality, and truly compassionate. Once new services are up and running, you’ll track their performance, helping us improve what we do and celebrate the impact we’re making.

If you’re someone who enjoys building relationships, spotting opportunities, and driving positive change, we’d love to hear from you.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who brings a mix of strategic thinking, sector knowledge, and a genuine passion for improving lives through high-quality, person-centred care. You’ll be confident working with others, navigating complex systems, and turning opportunities into meaningful partnerships.

You’ll need to have:

• Degree or equivalent in Health & Social Care, Business, Public Administration, or a related field
• Experience working with supported living or community-based care services
• Experience in business development, commissioning, or contract management within health or social care
• A solid understanding of UK social care systems, funding structures, and commissioning processes
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Confidence in writing proposals and working within procurement frameworks.
• A collaborative mindset and a genuine drive to make a positive difference

Why Choose Prosperity Care & Wellbeing?

We believe that when you care for your team, they can care better for others. That’s why we offer:

• A thorough induction and ongoing training
• Access to Vivup for lifestyle savings, cycle-to-work, electronics scheme, and more
• Free online counselling and GP services
• Discounted gym membership (The Gym, Gloucester Quays)
• Wellbeing support programmes
• Free parking and flexible working options
• Career development opportunities
• Enhanced DBS check paid for by us

Ready to Join a Team That Cares as Much as You Do?

If you're a motivated, compassionate leader ready to take the next step in your career - we want to hear from you.

Apply now or send enquiries to:[e-mail]

Be part of something meaningful. Choose Prosperity Care & Wellbeing.