Head of Care

Head of Care – Full-Time Residential Care Job in Devon (No Sponsorship Available)

Location: Devon
Hours: 40 hours per week
Category: Health and Social Care
Job Code: HC0110

Top Tier Talentees is recruiting an experienced Head of Care for a full-time position within a residential care home in Devon.

This is a senior leadership role within a residential care setting, reporting directly to the Registered Care Manager. The successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care while ensuring full compliance with UK residential care regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and review care plans using PCS or similar digital care management systems
  • Complete and monitor risk assessments in line with CQC requirements
  • Oversee care documentation and care-related orders
  • Conduct regular staff supervisions and performance reviews
  • Develop and monitor follow-up action plans
  • Ensure safe and compliant medication management (medication trained required)
  • Support incident investigations, safeguarding, and compliance procedures
  • Maintain adherence to regulatory and quality standards within residential care
  • Support day-to-day operational management of the residential care service

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a senior or supervisory role within a residential care home
  • Experience using PCS or similar electronic care planning systems
  • Strong knowledge of UK residential care compliance and CQC standards
  • Medication trained
  • Ability to lead care staff, manage investigations, and implement improvement plans
  • Strong organisational and communication skills

If you are an experienced care leader looking for a Head of Care job in Devon within a residential care home, apply online today.

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