Head of Reablement

At ECL, our vision is: to transform lives by empowering independence through care excellence for all.

We are seeking an inspiring and visionary leader to take on a senior role combining strategic oversight with operational leadership across our Reablement Services at ECL.

Based in Chelmsford, with occasional travel across Essex, West Sussex, London Borough of Barking & Dagenham and London Borough of Havering this senior role will lead and support registered managers to deliver high quality, consistent services that meet contractual, regulatory, quality and budgetary requirements. You will work in strong partnership with commissioners and stakeholders, champion innovation and service improvement, and drive performance in line with CQC Well Led, Safe, Responsive, Caring and Effective standards.

This is a pivotal role for a dynamic leader who thrives on improving outcomes for customers, developing future talent, and delivering sustainable, high-quality services in a changing adult social care landscape.

Be part of a values driven organisation where your leadership truly makes a difference.

To be considered you need:

• Significant management experience of delivering high quality sustainable adult social care or Reablement/Intermediate care services
• Understanding of integrated care systems and hospital care pathways
• Experience leading operational transformation or redesign
• Knowledge of relevant legislation e.g. Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act
• Track record of leading and developing high quality services, combined with an exceptional background in delivering profitable and sustainable growth.
• Demonstrable operational leadership skills with CQC compliance and the ability to inspire and motivate large teams across multiple service sites.

Education and qualification

Degree in a relevant field or professional registration

What we can offer you as Head of Reablement:

• 45p paid per mile tax free
• Up to 35 days annual leave a year (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Fully paid induction and training with ongoing support
• Career development opportunities with access to paid for qualifications
• Annual salary reviews
• Annual performance related bonus
• Enhanced DBS and renewals paid for by ECL
• Company pension - Enhanced contributory NEST scheme - we contribute up to 6%
• Healthcare support scheme via Healthshield paid for by ECL
• Employee Loyalty Scheme with long service awards
• Employee referral program - £350 for referring a friend
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Mental health first aiders in every service
• Reimbursement of professional membership related to your role

ECL reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on application numbers.

At ECL, we offer care and support to thousands of people to live safely and independently within their own homes and local communities in South East England. We provide high quality social care services in Essex, London Borough of Havering, London Borough of Barking & Dagenham and West Sussex aimed at wellbeing, prevention and increasing independence.

We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitable candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme which helps to employ, support and promote disabled people in the workplace.

Please note that while ECL does hold a visa sponsor licence, we do not currently accept direct applications from candidates requiring visa sponsorship. Instead, we work with a designated third party provider to support sponsorship arrangements. Therefore, applicants who do not already have the right to work in the UK and/or require visa sponsorship to continue working in the UK cannot be considered for this role through direct application.