Director of Care - Regional

We are seeking an experienced care senior operator who will be responsible for £50m turnover and around 2,000 colleagues; the right person will have director level experience in care, and you will be passionate about delivering efficient well-run services and driving performance.

You will join a very experienced award-winning team with one of the largest care home operators in the Country, with a benchmarked competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package including enhanced pension contributions.

Working with an operational team you will be responsible for the operational and financial performance of multiple care homes, extra care and home care services.

The Director of Care position will cover a region of the UK; applicants will ideally be located in the Northamptonshire region, but the position will involve extensive nationwide travel.

About Us

At Anchor, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support that enriches the lives of our residents. As a leader in the care sector, we are committed to delivering happy, fulfilling living experiences while maintaining the highest standards of care. We believe in empowering our teams and fostering a culture of respect, collaboration, and innovation.

We’re not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

To see our full range of benefits, check out our dedicated being well website Please follow the link or copy and paste https://anchorbeingwell.co.uk/ into your browser

About You

Leading the Way

• Oversee care operations in your region, making sure everything runs smoothly and in line with our strategy.
• Use data and insights to spot opportunities and drive improvements.
• Represent the care services team in senior forums and corporate projects.

Making a Difference for Residents

• Build strong relationships with residents, families, and stakeholders to ensure their voices are heard.
• Handle complex complaints and situations with care and professionalism.
• Lead by example—be a visible and approachable leader in our care homes.

Inspiring People

• Support, coach, and develop District Managers and Home Managers to deliver outstanding care.
• Help your teams thrive with great recruitment, retention, and training strategies.
• Champion teamwork and collaboration across the region.

Celebrating diversity, celebrating you

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other.