At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire care services, ensuring outstanding support for individuals with disabilities.
- Company: Strode Park Foundation, a respected charity dedicated to empowering people with disabilities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and to contribute to meaningful change.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and shape the future of care for those in need.
- Qualifications: Senior leadership experience in health and social care, with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 65291 - 65291 £ per year.
Strode Park Foundation is a leading Kent-based charity supporting young people and adults with disabilities to live life to the full.
- We are seeking an exceptional and inspirational
- Director of Care to join our senior leadership team on a
12-month fixed-term contract .
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced care leader to provide strategic and operational leadership across our services, ensuring the highest standards of person-centred care, regulatory compliance, safeguarding, and quality improvement.
We are offering an annual salary of £65,291.47
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Board of Trustees and senior leadership team, the Director of Care will lead the development and delivery of high-quality care services that support our mission and values.
You will provide leadership across residential and supported living services, ensuring that the people we support receive outstanding care and opportunities to achieve their goals and aspirations.
Key responsibilities include
- Providing strategic leadership and direction for all care services.
- Ensuring services consistently meet or exceed CQC and other regulatory standards.
- Leading and inspiring care managers and multidisciplinary teams.
- Driving continuous service improvement and innovation.
- Maintaining effective safeguarding and risk management arrangements.
- Managing budgets and resources effectively.
- Working collaboratively with families, commissioners, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders.
- Contributing to the overall strategic direction of Strode Park Foundation as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
Why Join Strode Park Foundation?
- Opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives of people with disabilities.
- Work with a dedicated and passionate team.
- Contribute to the strategic leadership of a highly respected charity.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Supportive and values-driven working environment.
How to Apply
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Becky Richards - becky. richards@strodepark. org. uk
To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining how your experience meets the requirements of the role.
Strode Park Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks and relevant pre-employment checks.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Interviews are expected to take place
07 September 2026
About You
We are looking for a dynamic and compassionate leader who is passionate about delivering excellent care and achieving positive outcomes for people with disabilities.
You will have
- Significant senior leadership experience within health and social care.
- A strong track record of leading regulated care services.
- Excellent knowledge of CQC requirements, safeguarding, governance and quality assurance.
- Experience of leading organisational change and service improvement.
- Outstanding communication, relationship-building and influencing skills.
- Financial and operational management experience.
- A relevant accredited qualification and/or appropriate professional membership.
Most importantly, you will share our commitment to dignity, respect, inclusion and empowering individuals to live fulfilling lives.
Director of Care in Herne employer: Strode Park Foundation
At Strode Park Foundation, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to enhancing the lives of young people with disabilities. Our Footprints home in the serene setting of Stodmarsh, Canterbury, offers a supportive work culture where you will receive comprehensive training and development opportunities from day one. With flexible working arrangements, competitive pay, and a strong emphasis on teamwork and community, we ensure that our staff feel valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact.
