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Head of Care (Care Home)
Keychange Charity —Torquay
- £16.76 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Care plans
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Head of Care (Care Home)

Keychange Charity -
Torquay

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Job details

Full-time
£16.76 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Company events
Employee discount
Referral programme
Sick pay

Qualifications

Dementia care
Care home
Care plans
Leadership
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

Our Company

Keychange is a charity with care and supported housing communities across England, we are a charity based on Christian values and not only do we support those who live and work with us, but we also do what we can to support the wider community. We provide a warm, welcoming and fun environment to work in, with amazing teams across all our communities. We are an inclusive company who is welcoming of all faiths or non-faiths.

Why Work For Us

Pension & Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Refer a Friend Bonus
Funded Blue Light Card for discounts on 1000s of stores, days out, holidays etc.
Keychange Awards and annual conference
Wellbeing champions across our communities
Fully funded training opportunities

Terms of the Role:

Job title: Head of Care

Reporting to: Registered Manager

Hourly pay: £16.76

Contract: Full time - 35 hours per week

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated senior member of staff with experience of team leadership and support to join us as Head of Care at Erith House care home. As the Head of Care, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of care services within our organisation. This is a crucial role that requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the healthcare industry.

Lead by example to inspire, motivate, and support the care team
Develop and implement care strategies and policies to ensure high-quality services are provided to our clients
Work closely with the Registered Manager to oversee care quality, staffing, compliance, and financial management
Manage and supervise a team of care staff, providing guidance, support, and training as needed
Monitor and evaluate the performance of care staff, conducting regular performance reviews and addressing any issues or concerns
Collaborate with other departments to ensure effective coordination of care services
Maintain accurate records and documentation related to care services, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, implementing changes as necessary to improve the quality of care provided
Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous learning
Build strong, collaborative relationships with residents, families, and external professionals

Requirements

Strong communication and leadership skills
Confident in managing rotas, budgets, and staff development
A safeguarding lead qualification at Level 2 (or willingness to complete)
Proven experience in a team leadership role within the healthcare or social care sector
In-depth knowledge of care regulations and standards
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Exceptional organisational and time management abilities
A compassionate and caring nature

Recruitment Timeline

Deadline for submitting your application: Wednesday 15th July 2026
Full interviews in person at Erith House: Monday 20th July 2026
Start date: ASAP with consideration given to notice periods

All applicants need to be able to evidence the right to work in the UK. At this time we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £16.76 per hour

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Referral programme
Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

Torquay TQ1 2PX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Care home: 2 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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