Director of Health & Care

Director of Health & Care - Central England

Location: Central England

Salary: £68,904 to £74,593 per annum

Hours: 35 per week

Contract: Permanent

Are you ready to lead compassionate, high-impact health and care services that make a real difference across Central England?

As the area's Director of Health and Care, you’ll shape and lead the delivery of our service offer across Central England - ensuring it’s nationally consistent yet locally responsive. How can we better support vulnerable people in times of need? What innovations can we scale to improve care? You’ll work with dedicated teams, partners, and communities to answer these questions and more. This role is central to our mission of spreading the power of kindness through high-quality, person-centred services.

A day in the life of a Director of Health & Care will involve:

• Leading and supporting an area team to deliver consistent, high-quality services tailored to local needs.
• Collaborating with national and regional partners to develop and grow our health and care offer.
• Representing the British Red Cross at senior-level meetings and public forums.
• Overseeing budgets, planning, and service performance to ensure strategic goals are met.

To be a successful Director of Health & Care, you’ll need:

• Proven experience managing complex services across a wide geography.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on developing people and teams.
• Confidence in building partnerships and influencing at a senior level.
• A deep understanding of health and social care sectors.

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Tuesday 10th June 2025.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
• Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
• Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working: Support our mission in a collaborative team.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Young Staff Network.

Together, we are the world's emergency responders