ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ADULT SERVICES

Join to apply for theASSISTANT DIRECTOR ADULT SERVICESrole atLocal Government Chronicle 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theASSISTANT DIRECTOR ADULT SERVICESrole atLocal Government Chronicle By clicking any link on this page you are giving your consent for us to set cookies.More information OK, I agreeSkip to main contentSearch for jobsLogin menuPost a job Upload your CV LoginApplicant main menuMy CV Find Jobs Job Alerts Search Recruiters News For RecruitersASSISTANT DIRECTOR ADULT SERVICESThis post offers the right individual the opportunity to join the management team of the Adults, Housing and Communities directorate within Cardiff Council. The directorate is focused on providing the right interventions at the right time, bringing services together across the directorate and with our partners to improve outcomes for our service users.About The JobThe Assistant Director for Adult Services will lead a committed team of managers and will be responsible for the strategic oversight and development of a wide range of services including Adult Social Services, Independent Living and Preventative Services and Adult Safeguarding. The post holder will also oversee the Housing Support Programme and the commissioning and quality monitoring of care and support services. To facilitate this the post will oversee the management of significant budgetary and staffing resources.This is an opportunity to work in a vibrant and diverse city and to join a dynamic and supportive team with a focus on innovation in service delivery.What We Are Looking For From YouWe ask that you bring outstanding leadership and strong partnership and collaboration skills together with a passion to deliver excellent customer focused services.You will have the experience and skills necessary to lead the Adult Services team, overseeing the work of a range of professional and specialist services. You will have a proven ability to lead change, building on and embedding the service\’s innovative approach to prevention, reablement and care services.You will have the ability to work closely and productively with partners, in health, housing and third sector and to deliver truly innovative and sustainable services.Cardiff is a diverse and multicultural city; you will have a clear and demonstrable commitment to equality of opportunity for all and a positive and proactive approach to inclusion.If you would like to join our committed management team to deliver this exciting agenda, we would be interested in hearing from you.Additional informationFor further information or an informal conversation about this post please contact Jane Thomas, Director Adults Housing and Communities at .The first stage for longlisted candidates will be an Assessment Centre, which will be held in August 2025. The second stage for shortlisted candidates will be an interview with the Appointments Committee in September 2025.This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check.Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.This vacancy is suitable for post share.We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.Please Note The Council Does Not Accept CV\’s. When Completing The Supporting Information Section Of Your Application, Please Ensure You Refer To The Below Located On Our WebsiteImportant information you need read in order to complete your application:-Salary RangeChief Officer / Assistant Director – £97,861 – £97,861Job CategorySocial Services – AdultsDepartmentSocial Services – AdultsWorking Pattern/Contract TypeFull Time PermanentApply Bookmark jobASSISTANT DIRECTOR ADULT SERVICESApply Bookmark jobCyngor Caerdydd/Cardiff CouncilCardiff, UKPermanentPublished on 15 Jun 2025Search more jobsShare this job nowGo back Seniority levelSeniority level Director Employment typeEmployment type Contract Job functionJob function Other Industries Technology, Information and Media Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Local Government Chronicle by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Director of Adult Services” roles.We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr