Head of Health, Care and Support

Job details

Salary

£50000 per annum

Role type

52 Week

Hours of work

full time 37hrs, all year 52 weeks

Location

Cheltenham

Location status

Onsite - Cheltenham & Ullenwood

Contract type

Permanent

Interview date

TBC

Closing date

19/06/2026

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an additional Head of Health Care and Support at our Bradbury Gardens location. The role is to ensure the highest possible standards are consistently maintained across all residential areas of the organisation, working in close partnership with other Heads of Health, Care and Support.

You will provide strong operational leadership to ensure full compliance with all regulatory and legislative requirements, promoting a culture where individuals are safe, well supported, and enabled to achieve their full potential.

You will play a key part in driving continuous improvement across services, maintaining a clear focus on quality, safety, and person-centred outcomes. And over time, assume Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration responsibility for a designated service in Cheltenham, taking accountability for regulatory compliance, inspection readiness, and service performance.

You will have a minimum 3 years’ experience in care or health service delivery and a minimum of 3 years management experience which includes staff management, operational planning leadership and management of teams.

You will hold a Relevant qualification at Level 5 in a care related field (or actively working towards level 5-Internal only) Registered Managers award or additional management qualification to level 4 and experience of working with people with physical disabilities, learning difficulties or acquired brain injuries.

About us

National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,200 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we’ve supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.

Staff benefits

Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme – theory and practical

Free employee minibus service from central Gloucester and central Cheltenham to Ullenwood (subject to availability)

Award-winning training

Free use of National Star facilities at Ullenwood, including a heated indoor swimming pool and fitness suite

Westfield medical cover

Life insurance cover

Employee helpline

Contributory pension scheme

Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card

Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more

Last reviewed on 08/06/2026