As elderly care operators scale across regions, the demand for multi-site leaders such as Regional Managers and Regional Directors, has surged. These professionals oversee entire portfolios, ensure operational consistency, and steer CQC performance at scale. But recruiting for these roles is complex. That’s where Compass Associates brings clarity, credibility, and results based off years’ of experience delivering this profile of role.
Why is multi-site leadership such a hot topic in Elderly Care?
With more providers expanding through acquisition, the sector is seeing a rapid increase in Regional Director demand. These leaders are not just overseeing homes, they’re providing strategic direction, driving workforce culture, and ensuring profitability across networks of spanning from 5–20+ services.
Compass Associates supports clients through:
- Nationwide headhunting for regional talent
- Confidential appointments during restructures
- Identifying up-and-coming talent capable of making the step-up
- Post-M&A leadership transitions
“Appointing the right Regional Director is about much more than ops management—it’s about safeguarding the
future of your care group.” – Tom Berrisford, Divisional Director
FY26 salary data for regional leaders
- Regional Managers: £60,000–£75,000
- Regional Directors: £76,000–£94,000
Pay varies by region, travel requirements, and scale of oversight. London & the Home Counties and North West remain the highest paying areas, followed by South East.
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What makes a good Regional Director?
Providers hiring Regional Directors seek candidates with a proven track record of stabilising underperforming homes, a strategic approach to workforce planning, and the ability to communicate effectively with owners, boards, and regulatory bodies such as the CQC.
At Compass Associates, we specialise in identifying and evaluating individuals who have demonstrated these qualities in comparable multi-site leadership roles.
Our strategic approach includes:
A comprehensive mapping of the leadership market based on geography and relevant experience, values-driven screening of all candidates, and end-to-end support through the longlist and shortlist assessment process.
This results in higher acceptance rates and faster onboarding.
Need a Regional Director who can drive performance and lead with purpose?
Our Elderly Care team specialises in the nationwide recruitment of senior leaders across residential care, homecare, retirement living, nursing, and clinical services.
Looking for your next Regional Director role within Elderly Care?
Home Managers are the cornerstone of high-quality elderly care. From maintaining compliance and occupancy to leading staff and managing finances, it’s a role that demands dedication and delivers real impact.