Head of care

Fosse Healthcare Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Fosse Healthcare Limited is seeking a Head of Operations to lead its Homecare division across the Midlands. This role involves strategic leadership, compliance oversight, and driving performance in delivering high-quality care to vulnerable individuals. The ideal candidate will have senior management experience in homecare, a strong understanding of CQC regulations, and a passion for person-centred care.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Benefits Package

Development and Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Senior management experience in homecare/domiciliary services.
• Strong understanding of CQC regulations and care governance.
• Proven experience in managing budgets and service growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Registered Managers across six branches.
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations and governance standards.
• Oversee budgets, resource planning, and service improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance

Operational Excellence

Budget Management

Change Management

Education

Qualification in health, social care, or management

Job description

Midlands | Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

Salary: £50,000.00 per year - Depending on experience

Are you a strategic, people-first leader with a passion for delivering exceptional care? At Fosse Healthcare, we’re seeking an experienced Head of Operations to lead and scale our Homecare division across the Midlands. This is a rare opportunity to join a values-driven organisation at a senior level, shaping the future of care delivery for thousands of individuals in their own homes.

About Us

Fosse Healthcare is one of the Midlands’ leading care providers, with services spanning five core divisions:

• Homecare
• Housing with Care
• Supported Living & Complex Care
• Children’s Services
• Healthcare Recruitment Agency
  
  

Across all areas, our mission is clear: to provide compassionate, high-quality support that empowers people to live safely, independently, and with dignity.

This role will head up our Homecare division, which delivers person-centred support to older adults and vulnerable individuals in their own homes. With six CQC-registered branches — Derby, Nottingham, Mansfield, Newark, Lincolnshire, and Leicester — and a strong foundation of quality and reliability, this division is poised for further growth. We’re now looking for a forward-thinking operational leader to drive performance, quality, and expansion. The Role As Head of Operations, you will be responsible for the leadership, compliance, and development of our Homecare services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support Registered Managers across six CQC-registered branches.
• Ensure full compliance with all CQC regulations, governance standards, and safeguarding requirements.
• Collaborate with the Group Operations Director and executive team to deliver strategic goals.
• Oversee budgets, resource planning, workforce development, and service improvement.
• Champion a culture of continuous quality enhancement and person-centred care.
• Report to the Board of Directors on operational performance and strategic progress.
• Build strong relationships with commissioners, external stakeholders, and partners.
• Support new service launches, geographical expansion, and innovation in care delivery.
  
  

About You

We’re looking for an experienced and proactive leader who brings:

• Senior management experience in homecare/domiciliary services.
• A strong understanding of CQC regulations, care governance, and operational excellence.
• Inspirational leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage change across diverse teams.
• A hands-on approach, with the willingness to step in and support branches when needed.
• Proven experience in managing budgets, performance, and service growth.
• A passion for high-quality, person-centred care and a commitment to improving lives.
• A relevant qualification in health, social care, or management (desirable).
  
  

Why Join Fosse Healthcare?

At Fosse Healthcare, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll become part of a purpose-led organisation making a real difference every day.

• Mission-driven culture built on compassion, dignity, and respect
• Leadership role with significant influence and autonomy
• Supportive environment with development and progression opportunities
• Competitive salary, car allowance, and benefits package
  
  

Join a growing organisation with exciting plans for the future Ready to lead with purpose? Apply today with your CV and a short covering note explaining why this role excites you and what you would bring to our Homecare division.