Charis Cancer Care

Head of Care Services Reports To : Chief Executive Disclosure Check Level : Enhanced with Barring (adults) Working Hours : 37.5 hours per week Location : Based at Charis House, Lough Fea, Cookstown with travel across NI Overall Role Purpose Charis Cancer Care is a highly regarded charity in NI, and we are here to support adults, across NI, affected by cancer at every stage of their journey. We also assist and support the families and supporters of those living with cancer or any family member bereaved by cancer through a range of holistic and complementary therapies. All of our services are provided free of charge to adults affected by cancer. The Head of Care Services will provide operational leadership, directly leading on service delivery and development; managing our Finance & Admin staff and coordinating self employed therapists. This vitally important role requires strategic acumen in leading people, service development and delivery, and quality assurance. Working closely with the Chief Executive, you will have operational responsibility for facilitating operations in care services and managing the back-office support staff, systems and processes to ensure the smooth operations of our care services, and deputising for the Chief Executive in their absence. Working alongside the Chief Executive and the staff team you will have responsibility for contributing to the development and implementation of the organisational strategy. While the incumbent will not undertake nursing duties, a nursing or medical background would be advantageous. Terms & Conditions : Salary £43,000 37.5 hours per week. Main place of work is Charis Cancer Care, Cookstown, with travel across NI expected. 25 days Annual Leave rising to a maximum of 30 days (dependent on years of service) 12 Bank Holidays in addition to paid Annual Leave Access to a Health Cash Plan Membership of NEST Pension Scheme with 4% employer contribution. This post carries a 6-month probation period. The post is offered on a permanent basis. For further information about the role and an application form are available below. Closing date : Wednesday 19th November, 2025 at 5pm. Interviews will be held at Charis Cancer Care on Thursday 27th November, 2025.