Chief Executive Officer

The Action Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking social care organization in the UK is seeking a visionary Chief Executive to lead with integrity and compassion. This role involves driving strategic growth and championing person-centred approaches to enhance social care services. The ideal candidate will possess senior leadership experience in the sector and a commitment to human rights. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of care, with a supportive team and a focus on wellbeing.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme (5% employer contribution)

29 days annual leave (increases with service)

Paid mileage

Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and sick leave

Access to discounts and mental health support

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in social care, health, or the third sector.
• Emotional intelligence and deep commitment to human rights.
• Strategic insight coupled with financial acumen and governance expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead with purpose, ensuring the organization's values are embedded in every decision.
• Drive strategic growth, financial sustainability, and operational excellence.
• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders and communities.

Skills

Senior leadership experience in social care

Emotional intelligence

Strategic insight

Clarity in communication

Collaborative spirit

Job description

Role

Are you a values-led leader with a passion for person-centred social care?

The Action Group is a forward-thinking, rights-based social care organisation who care deeply about the lives of the people we support, their carers, and our staff.

Our mission is simple yet profound: to support people to live full, meaningful lives - on their own terms. As we enter an exciting new chapter, we re seeking a visionary Chief Executive to lead us with integrity, courage, and compassion.

What You ll Do

As Chief Executive, you will:

• Lead with purpose, ensuring our values are embedded in every decision
• Champion person-centred approaches and co-production across all services
• Drive strategic growth, financial sustainability, and operational excellence
• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders, funders, regulators, and communities
• Represent the organisation as a bold advocate for progressive social care
• This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of care in Scotland where your leadership will directly impact lives and communities.

Who You Are

We re looking for someone who:

• Has senior leadership experience in social care, health, or the third sector
• Is emotionally intelligent, inclusive, and deeply committed to human rights
• Brings strategic insight, financial acumen, and governance expertise
• Communicates with clarity, authenticity, and warmth
• Leads with humility, resilience, and a collaborative spirit

What We Offer

• A values-led culture that prioritises people, relationships, and impact
• A supportive, engaged Board and passionate, talented team
• Contributory pension scheme (employer contribution 5%)
• 29 days annual leave (increases with length of service)
• Paid mileage
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and sick leave
• Access to discounts and mental health support
• Flexible working arrangements and a commitment to wellbeing
• The chance to lead an organisation making a real difference every day

Application notes

Closing Date: 10am on Monday 20th October

To apply or to see our candidate recruitment pack, visit our website.

We value lived experience, passion, and alignment with our values more than formal qualifications or traditional career paths. So even if you don t meet every requirement listed, we would welcome your application - you might just be the right person for this role.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, such as alternative formats for application materials or access to assistive technology, just let us know and we ll do our best to support you.