Head of Influencing, Policy & Public Affairs

Community Integrated Care is on an exciting journey of transformation and growth and we are looking to recruit an experienced Head of Influencing, Policy and Public Affairs to join our Communications Team.

This is a full-time, permanent post and you can be based anywhere in the United Kingdom but you must be able to travel to our head office in Widnes at least once a month.

What is The Deal for you?

• Flexibility! You can work your full-time hours over 4 days and enjoy a long weekend or work over 5 days to accommodate your other commitments.
• Hybrid Working! Do you like to work from home? Or do you prefer being in an office? With this role you have the option of working from home and from our Support Services office.
• Benefits: Retail discounts, holiday discounts, cycle to work scheme and travel discounts through our benefits app.
• Development: We'll work with you to develop your career or to learn and experience new things. We're passionate about developing our people!
• Dare to Learn: Access to our amazing online training platform where you can upskill taking a variety of courses and qualifications.
• Support: From our Employee Assistance Programme (available 24/7), financial support options, and wellbeing fund you'll have the support available to lead an easier (financial) life.

Are you a strategic, purpose-driven leader, passionate about social equality? Ready to shape national policy, influence public discourse, and make a real impact in social care? Then we could have the perfect opportunity for you.

Community Integrated Care, one of the UK’s largest social care charities, is seeking a visionary Head of Influencing, Policy & Public Affairs to join our award-winning team. This is a rare opportunity to play a senior role in a bold, progressive and values-led organisation, dedicated to shaping the future of social care.

About Us

We support over 2,500 people and employ 6,000+ colleagues across England and Scotland. We champion fair pay, fair funding, and every person’s right to live The Best Life Possible. From our Unfair To Care campaign to our media presence and sector-leading research, we’re building a reputation as a credible, informed voice—and now, we want to drive lasting policy change.

Your Impact

As our Head of Influencing, Policy & Public Affairs, you’ll lead on: -

• Policy & Advocacy – Shaping and delivering our policy agenda across England and Scotland. Leading research, consultation responses, and the creation of compelling policy materials.
• Public Affairs – Developing and delivering our strategy to strength our charity’s voice. Securing media opportunities, speaking engagements, and meetings with key decision-makers.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Building strong relationships with government, regulators, and sector leaders to advance our mission.
• External Representation – Representing the charity at key forums, industry events, and consultations, acting as a credible and compelling spokesperson on policy matters.