At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and improve Adult Social Care services, driving standards and safeguarding excellence.
- Company: Dynamic organisation focused on impactful social care leadership.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid working, and immediate start.
- Other info: Quick interview process with an exciting opportunity for immediate impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in Adult Social Care and shape future strategies.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership in social care and strong knowledge of relevant legislation.
The predicted salary is between 59.72 - 59.72 £ per hour.
3 month contract | Start ASAP £59.72 per hour (Umbrella) Inside IR35 Midlands – Hybrid working (3 days on-site)
Are you ready to step into a pivotal leadership role where your impact will be felt across an entire Adult Social Care function? As Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker), you will report into senior leadership and take ownership of driving standards, safeguarding excellence, and continuous improvement across the service. This is a high-profile opportunity where you will influence strategy, lead transformation programmes, and shape the future direction of Adult Social Care. If you’re looking for a role where your leadership truly matters, the Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker) position offers both challenge and reward from day one.
Your Role as Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker):
- Lead high-quality social work practice, setting standards and improving safeguarding outcomes
- Drive CQC readiness, audit frameworks, and continuous service improvement
- Shape workforce strategy including recruitment, retention, and wellbeing initiatives
- Oversee performance, budgets, and large-scale transformation programmes
- Represent the authority at regional and national level, championing innovation and best practice
Your previous experience as Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker):
- Proven senior leadership experience within Adult Social Care
- Strong knowledge of Care Act legislation and CQC frameworks
- Demonstrable success delivering quality assurance and service improvement
- Experience managing performance, budgets, and strategic programmes
- Qualified Social Worker with extensive Local Authority experience
This Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker) opportunity is ideal for an experienced leader who can hit the ground running and drive impactful change within a dynamic environment. With a quick turnaround on interviews and an immediate start available, this role will move quickly, so don’t miss your chance to secure this exciting contract.
