At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead improvements in children's social care, education, and safeguarding.
- Company: Stockport Council, a leading local authority with a strong community focus.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, good work-life balance, and inclusive policies.
- Other info: Join a diverse team dedicated to creating lasting change.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and families in your community.
- Qualifications: Strategic vision, partnership skills, and a deep commitment to children.
The predicted salary is between 149000 - 175000 £ per year.
Salary: £149,000 - £175,000
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Stockport
Overview
Stockport is one of the UK’s leading local authorities recognised nationally, ambitious locally, and clear about where we’re going next. Ambitious Stockport is award‑winning, partnership‑led, and purpose‑driven.
Role Summary
You will lead the next phase of improvement across children’s social care and safeguarding, education and SEND, early help and prevention, and partnership delivery across the system. You’ll build on strong foundations, restore momentum, and drive lasting change for children and families.
Responsibilities
- Lead children’s social care and safeguarding.
- Lead education and SEND.
- Lead early help and prevention.
- Lead partnership delivery across the system.
Qualifications and Skills
- Strategic ambition and clarity.
- Warmth and authenticity.
- Strong partnership working.
- Deep commitment to children and families.
Benefits and Working Arrangements
We offer flexibility through hybrid and flexible working arrangements. We provide a good work‑life balance and inclusive employment policies.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Stockport Council is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce culture – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to join our workforce.
Executive Director of Children's Services employer: Stockport Council
Stockport Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that prioritises the well-being of its employees. With a strong commitment to work-life balance and flexible working arrangements, we empower our staff to thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in our community.
