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Service Director - Children's Social Care
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Salary
From £106,618 to £113,740 (Grade O)
Expires
06/12/2026
Location
Newbury, Berkshire
Job Type
Full Time
West Berkshire is ambitious for its children, young people and families. Following our Good Ofsted judgement, we are building on strong foundations and delivering the next phase of our transformation, creating an exciting opportunity for an exceptional leader to join our Children's Services Leadership Team.
Reporting directly to the Executive Director, you will lead a significant portfolio including Family Help, Safeguarding, Children in Care and Care Leavers, Children with Disabilities, Fostering and Kinship, Youth Justice, Quality Assurance and Practice Development.
This is a role with genuine influence. As one of the Council's senior leaders, you will help shape strategic direction, contribute to wider corporate priorities, lead complex change programmes and work across organisational boundaries to improve outcomes for children and families. You will also deputise for the Executive Director and represent West Berkshire across local, regional and national partnerships.
We are looking for an accomplished and values-led leader with a strong track record of delivering excellent services, leading improvement and building effective partnerships. You will combine strategic vision with operational credibility, have a deep commitment to practice excellence and be passionate about achieving the very best outcomes for children and young people.
West Berkshire offers a rare combination of visibility, influence and opportunity. You will join a highly ambitious organisation, work alongside talented colleagues and partners, and play a leading role in shaping the future of children's services at a time of significant national reform.
If you are looking for a role where you can make a lasting impact, drive meaningful change and help shape the future of children's services, we would like to hear from you.
West Berkshire Council
Helping every child achieve, thrive and fulfil their potential.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact AnnMarie Dodds, Executive Director at annmarie.dodds1@westberks.gov.uk .
Company: West Berkshire Council
Salary: From £106,618 to £113,740 (Grade O)
Location: Newbury, Berkshire
Sector: Corporate Services
Sector: Corporate Management Team
Sector: Health and Social Care
Job Role: Director
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