Social Care in Action (SCiA Group)

Director of Social Care

Social Care in Action (SCiA Group)  •  £60k - £70k/yr  •  Southampton, GB (Hybrid)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

SCiA is a values‑driven social
care organisation delivering high‑quality, person‑centred support across
Hampshire. As we continue to strengthen and grow our services, we are seeking
an outstanding Director of Social Care to join our Executive Leadership
Team.

This is a senior, executive‑level
role with overall accountability for the quality, safety, performance and
sustainability of all regulated care services. Acting as CQC Nominated
Individual
, you will provide visible regulatory leadership while shaping
strategy, driving continuous improvement and supporting future growth.

About The Role

As Director of Social Care, you
will:

  • Provide executive leadership across all regulated
    care operations
  • Act as the organisation’s CQC Nominated
    Individual, holding statutory accountability
  • Lead and support Registered Managers to deliver
    consistently high‑quality services
  • Drive operational performance, quality assurance,
    safeguarding and compliance
  • Work collaboratively with local authority
    commissioners, NHS and ICB partners
  • Contribute to organisational strategy, business
    planning and service development
  • Champion a values‑led, inclusive and high‑performing
    workplace culture

This role offers significant
influence at board and system level and the opportunity to shape care delivery
across multiple services and communities.

What We’re Looking For

You will be an experienced senior
social care leader with:

  • Substantial leadership experience within regulated
    social care services
  • Previous experience as a Registered Manager
    and/or CQC Nominated Individual
  • A demonstrable track record of achieving Good or
    Outstanding CQC outcomes
  • Strong knowledge of safeguarding, regulation and
    statutory compliance
  • Experience leading multi‑site or multi‑service care
    operations
  • Confidence working with commissioners, NHS partners
    and external stakeholders
  • Excellent leadership, communication and decision‑making
    skills
  • A values base aligned with person‑centred,
    accountable and compassionate care

Essential Qualifications and
Requirements

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social
    Care (or equivalent)
  • Full UK driving licence and access to transport
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Enhanced DBS and CQC Fit and Proper Persons
    assessment

What We Offer

  • Competitive executive‑level salary (£60,000 –
    £70,000)
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Birthday day off
  • Pension scheme
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • Investment in leadership development and
    professional learning
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within
    a values‑led organisation

Equality, Diversity &
Inclusion

SCiA is committed to equality,
diversity and inclusion and to creating a workplace where everyone is treated
with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all sections of the
community and particularly encourage applications from candidates under‑represented
in senior leadership roles.

How to Apply

Please apply with your CV and a
supporting statement outlining how your experience and values align with this
role.

Closing Date Friday 8 May

Interviews: Week Commencing 18 May

Social Care in Action (SCiA Group)

About Social Care in Action (SCiA Group)

Social Care in Action (SCA) is one of the leading health and social care social enterprises in the UK. With an outstanding range of services including care, NHS dentistry, transport, a health and wellbeing centre and an outstanding training service, everything SCA does is focussed on supporting its customers to lead better lives. What’s more, as a social enterprise, every penny we make in profit is reinvested back into the organisation and the wider community. We are committed to investing in our communities and our staff teams, to ensure maximum social impact in everything we do.

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Southampton, GB
Year Founded
1991
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