Regional Director of Healthcare Operations - Sue Ryder South West

Regional Director of Healthcare Operations Sue Ryder South West

Lead, Inspire, and Transform Care

Location: Leckhampton Court Hospice, GL53 0QJ

Salary: £80k - £90k + Benefits

Contract Type: Permanent

(Interviews to be held in person on the 1st and 2nd of May)

Are you an exceptional leader with a passion for driving change and delivering high-quality healthcare services? Sue Ryder is seeking a dynamic and visionary Regional Director of Healthcare Operations, to oversee our healthcare service in the South West of England and lead our strategy for growth across the region.

Sue Ryder is a national charity providing expert care for people with life-limiting conditions. We operate across seven regions, working closely with healthcare professionals, local authorities, and voluntary organisations to ensure individuals receive compassionate and person-centred support.

Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone.

The Role

As the Regional Director of Healthcare Operations, you will be at the forefront of our mission, playing a pivotal role in shaping and delivering innovative models of care. You will be responsible for the overall performance, operational delivery, and financial management of your healthcare region, ensuring that services are safe, effective, and continuously improving.

1. Key responsibilities include:
2. Leading and developing a high-performing, inclusive, and compassionate team.
3. Driving the implementation of our new PEoLC strategy to create a sustainable and impactful care ecosystem.
4. Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with NHS partners, commissioners, and the voluntary sector to enhance service delivery.
5. Ensuring financial and operational excellence, meeting regulatory and governance requirements.
6. Acting as a visible and inspiring leader, championing our values and mission at all levels.

At Sue Ryder, We Offer More Than Just a Job We Provide An Opportunity To Make a Lasting Impact. In Return For Your Leadership, Passion, And Expertise, We Offer:

1. Company pension scheme
2. 27 days holiday - rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
3. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
4. Enhanced sick pay
5. Employee Networks - LGBTQ+, Ethnic Diversity and Equality, People with Disabilities, and Women and Non Binary Individuals
6. Staff discount on new goods online at shop.sueryder.org
7. Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.

For more of our employee benefits please visit our website.

We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and continue to make Sue Ryder a great place to work, and attract and recruit the best, most diverse workforce possible. We are particularly interested in increasing applications from the global majority, LGBTQIA+ and people with disabilities as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation.

Please let us know if you have any feedback to make our recruitment processes more accessible and inclusive or if you require any adjustments made to your application or interview process by emailing recruitment@sueryder.org

If you want more than just a job, we want you.

Join the team and be there when it matters.

Date posted: 24 March 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £80,000 to £90,000 a year Plus Benefits

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number: B0475-SD503663MAR2025

Job locations: Sue Ryder, Church Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 0QJ

Job responsibilities

1. We are looking for a strategic, results-driven leader with:
2. A postgraduate-level qualification or equivalent experience in healthcare or the third sector.
3. A strong background in senior healthcare leadership, operational management, and service transformation.
4. Exceptional relationship-building and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to influence key stakeholders.
5. Financial and strategic planning expertise, ensuring sustainable and high-quality care delivery.
6. A commitment to inclusive leadership, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement.
7. A kind, patient-centred attitude and approach with a strong focus on addressing inequalities, diversity, and inclusion.

1. Educated to post-graduate level or equivalent experience in the health sector/third sector
2. Management and leadership qualification or equivalent experience
3. Evidence of relevant continuous professional development

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name: Sue Ryder

Address: Sue Ryder, Church Road, Leckhampton, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 0QJ

Employer's website: https://www.sueryder.org