Regional Director

Job summary

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join Care UK as a Regional Director covering South Region - Croydon and Surbiton. Care UK are proud to be the most awarded care home provider for the last three years, and have more outstanding rated homes than any other provider in the UK. We are experts in our field with over 150 Care Homes across the UK and provide expert respite, residential, nursing, dementia and end-of-life care. The role of Regional Director is a varied, interesting and rewarding role which requires first class leadership skills in order to help the business meet its objectives. Leading and managing a team of Home Managers based in the South Region, Croydon and Surbiton. You will be responsible for delivering and sustaining and improving high standards of service quality, whilst building on our reputation for excellence through the practice of our 'Fulfilling Lives' values. Key Responsibilities: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders such as Local Authority CCG/CQC through sound knowledge of statutory and legi

Main duties of the job

The role of Regional Director at Care UK encompasses a variety of responsibilities that focus on leadership and quality service delivery for the South Region, particularly in Croydon and Surbiton. The position involves leading a team of Home Managers to achieve high standards of service quality in the care homes. Key responsibilities include building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, overseeing contractual obligations to prevent financial disputes, and managing a competent and motivated team of home managers. Additional duties involve assisting with budget preparation and improving the organization's profit, development, and market standing. The role calls for someone with extensive experience in leading groups of residential care homes, familiarity with statutory and legislative requirements, and the ability to handle budgets in a multi-site environment. Care UK offers a generous compensation package including a car allowance, family health care cover, an annual bonus scheme, life assurance, and pension contributions.

About us

Care UK holds the distinction of being the most awarded care home provider in the UK for three consecutive years, a testament to its commitment to delivering outstanding care. The organization manages over 150 care homes across the country and specializes in providing expert respite, residential, nursing, dementia, and end-of-life care. Care UK prides itself on maintaining more outstanding-rated homes than any other provider, highlighting its dedication to excellence in the field. By embodying its 'Fulfilling Lives' values, the organization aims to make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and continues to build its reputation as a leader in the care homes sector. Additionally, Care UK is dedicated to recruiting a diverse range of talented individuals who share its passion for helping others, ensuring the potential of all employees is recognized and fulfilled.

Details

• Date posted: 09 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1514720953
• Job locations: Aria Healthcare, Colchester, CO4 9YQ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join Care UK as a Regional Director covering South Region - Croydon and Surbiton.

Care UK are proud to be the most awarded care home provider for the last three years, and have more outstanding rated homes than any other provider in the UK. We are experts in our field with over 150 Care Homes across the UK and provide expert respite, residential, nursing, dementia and end-of-life care.

The role of Regional Director is a varied, interesting and rewarding role which requires first class leadership skills in order to to help the business meet its objectives. Leading and managing a team of Home Managers based in the South Region, Croydon and Surbiton.

You will be responsible for delivering and sustaining and improving high standards of service quality, whilst building on our reputation for excellence through the practice of our ‘Fulfilling Lives’ values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders such as Local Authority CCG/CQC through sound knowledge of statutory and legislative requirements.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are met to avoid financial penalties and disputes and directly manage any contractual disputes that occur.
• Build a competent and highly driven team of home managers in the region and effectively lead, manage and motivate them to support and develop their team effectively.
• To assist in the preparation and review of budgets.
• To make a positive contribution to the business in terms of its profit, development, growth and market position.

What we are looking for:

• Knowledge and proven experience of leading a group of Homes in the Residential Care Services Sector.
• Sound knowledge of statutory and legislative requirements
• Extensive knowledge and ability to manage multiple budgets across a multi sited business

Why Join Care UK?

• Be part of a dynamic and growing organisation dedicated to providing outstanding care.
• Collaborate with a diverse and talented team in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and contribute to the success of our care homes.
• Generous salary package including car allowance
• Family Health Care Cover
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pension Contribution

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us fulfil yours.