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Dartmoor National Park Authority is seeking a Director of Resources to join our Senior Leadership Team. This new role provides strategic leadership across corporate resources and supports frontline teams to deliver our Vision for Dartmoor. Reporting to the Chief Executive, the postholder will develop innovative and sustainable income generation, asset management and governance, while strengthening financial resilience for our national park community.

Jobs Director of Resources More Information Salary £71,288 - £77,905 per annum Expires 28/09/2026 Company Dartmoor National Park Authority Location Devon Job Type Full Time Dartmoor National Park Authority is seeking a Director of Resources to join our Senior Leadership Team. As we celebrate our 75th anniversary, we enter a new era for Dartmoor and the Authority. A new Chair and new Chief Executive are leading the Authority into its next period, with a strong focus on transforming the organisation to better support delivery of our new Vision for Dartmoor, our Partnership Plan and Local Plan. Dartmoor National Park Authority is the body that oversees the vibrant, living, working landscape and communities of Dartmoor National Park. Our vision is to work with others to make Dartmoor alive with nature, a great place to live and work, celebrated for its natural beauty and cultural heritage, carbon negative and providing a warm welcome to all. We are a small organisation, but our staff, Members and volunteers are committed to making a difference - leaving Dartmoor in a better condition than we inherited it. Dartmoor is a special place, and this is an exciting opportunity to join us at a pivotal moment and help shape the Authority's future. The Benefits Competitive Director-level salary (from £71,000 per annum) Generous annual leave and flexitime policies Cycle to work scheme Access to electric vehicle pool car fleet Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme Beautiful office location on a National Trust estate, with free parking and café on site Discounts at National Park Visitor Centres and car parks The opportunity to make a lasting difference in one of the UK's most special landscapes The Role Reporting to the Chief Executive and as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Resources will provide strategic leadership across the Authority's corporate resources. This is a broad and influential role, bringing together finance, people and organisational development, commercial activity, communications, IT, property and governance. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to join the senior team, with a particular focus on ensuring we are developing innovative and sustainable programmes to increase our financial independence and sustainability. You will support our amazing frontline teams to deliver our vision and provide great opportunities for our existing staff to develop and for new routes into working with and for us. A key priority will be to strengthen the Authority's financial resilience through innovative and sustainable approaches to income generation, commercial activity and asset management. You will also lead the continued development of our corporate services, digital capability and organisational culture, ensuring we have the people, systems and resources needed to deliver our ambitions for Dartmoor. You will provide strategic advice to the Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team and Members, supporting effective governance, financial stewardship, risk management and organisational performance. Subject to qualifications and experience, the postholder may be designated as the Authority's Section 151 Officer or assume other statutory governance responsibilities as appropriate. About You We are looking for an experienced and dynamic senior leader with a strong track record of managing complex organisations, leading change and developing people. Ideally, you will bring experience from commercial or charitable backgrounds, great leadership and people skills and a commitment to making us a great employer and leaders in this very special place. You will bring strong financial, commercial and strategic leadership skills, together with the ability to think creatively and develop innovative approaches to organisational and financial sustainability. You will be a confident communicator and collaborative leader, able to build effective relationships with Members, staff, partners and stakeholders. You will be commercially minded, while understanding the importance of public service and Dartmoor's unique environmental and community context. Most importantly, you will share our ambition to make Dartmoor National Park Authority a great organisation to work for and help us deliver an exciting new chapter for Dartmoor. A Unique Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to join Dartmoor National Park Authority at a pivotal moment and to help shape our future. For further information, or to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Tom Surrey, CEO (National Park Officer). Closing date for applications: Monday 28 September 2026 (12 noon) Dartmoor National Park Authority is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that the more inclusive our environment, the better our work will be.

Middlesbrough Council is seeking a Housing Solutions Officer to help residents in interim accommodation move into long-term homes in Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire. You will assess housing options, identify barriers, and coordinate with partners to ensure timely outcomes while delivering practical housing guidance. The role requires a proactive, customer-focused approach with strong communication. Works Monday-Friday with opportunities for flexible/blended working and a comprehensive induction

Jobs Housing Solutions Officer More Information Salary £32,046 - £33,673 Expires 22/09/2026 Location Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire Job Type Full Time The role At Middlesbrough, we truly live our values and incorporate them into everything we do. We are passionate about improving the lives of our residents, focused on achieving and creative in the way we work with customers, ensuring they get the best support available. We have an exciting, permanent opportunity for a motivated individual to join the Housing Solutions team. We are looking for someone who can: Make statutory decisions in line with the relevant legislation whilst working with individuals, couples, and families who are placed in interim and temporary accommodation to facilitate their move into long term accommodation in a timely manner. Take a proactive approach to ensure all suitable housing options are explored. Identifying potential barriers and what actions are required to achieve the desired outcomes. Be creative and innovative in your approach to supporting applicants who require move on support. Work as part of the wider Housing Solutions team, completing visits to temporary accommodation placements, supporting applicants to property viewings also support with funding applications. Record information accurately and in a timely manner. Effectively communicate with colleagues, applicants and stakeholders. Be part of a service that provides housing advice and support, Monday to Friday. Whilst in post there will be development opportunities alongside flexible working with the option of a blended working environment (home and office where appropriate). New staff joining Middlesbrough can expect a warm welcome from the teams, our Director and Chief Executive and full induction process. To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate your commitment to Our Values, have experience of working effectively with a range of services and have the skills, passion and resilience to work creatively with service users who are accessing Housing Solutions. If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for! In return we can offer: Generous annual leave entitlement with an option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave per year. Excellent pensions plus top-up options. Staff networks run by our staff for our staff. Flexible working (dependent on the job role). Electric car scheme. Cycle to work scheme. Employee benefits portal including Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme. Staff Lottery. Travel and car parking schemes. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Fantastic career opportunities and lots more! If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Joanne West, Team Manager - Housing Solutions at or Natalie Banks, Assistant Team Manager - Housing Solutions at . Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships. We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran. Company: Middlesbrough Council Salary: £32,046 - £33,673 Location: Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire Sector: Housing Sector: Community Services Job Role: Officer Get more information about Housing Solutions Officer

We have a fantastic position available for a Welfare Benefits Administrator in which you will work with a highly motivated team providing benefit maximisation support to vulnerable people based in the Liverpool and Sefton area. You will join us in New Start s head office, based in L13, on a Permanent Contract working full time, 37.5 hours In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £26,227.08 per annum. New Start is a family-run, not-for-profit organisation, providing residential and supported accommodation services for vulnerable adults, families, and young people. You will be based within the Welfare Benefits Team, working across all New Start s services to provide first contact support around welfare benefits, liaising on behalf of residents with the DWP and local council. What we have to offer: Competitive salary of £26,227.08 22 days annual leave (rising to 30 days) + Bank Holidays Learning and development opportunities up to and including Level 5 Complimentary Medicash enrollment after probation Key duties as our Welfare Benefits Administrator will be to: To maximise the income of service users, providing advice and practical assistance to support individuals pursuing claims for benefits. To assist New Start residents to complete applications for all relevant welfare benefits and housing benefit. To provide ongoing support to ensure housing benefit claims and welfare benefit claims are maintained. To work as part of a team providing quality accommodation and support services for vulnerable adults and young people within a safe and secure environment. What we re looking for in our ideal Welfare Benefits Administrator: You will have A-level standard qualifications, with GCSE in English and Maths grade C or above. An awareness around the benefit provision currently available to UK residents. We require an ability to use Microsoft office and we will undertake an assessment at interview stage. Ability to accurately record information within resident s files. We are looking for a highly empathetic individual who will be able to support people with mental health challenges, trauma, substance abuse and a range of other issues, in a non-judgemental manner. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential. A graduate degree is desirable. An ability to work without supervision. If you believe you are the right candidate for the role as our Welfare Benefits Administrator then please click apply now! We d love to hear from you. This post is subject to enhanced DBS criminal record disclosure.

Jobs Democratic Services Officer Salary £47,730 - £57,837 Expires 04/10/2026 Company London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and London Borough of Wandsworth Location London (South), London (Greater) Job Type Full Time Democratic Services OfficerPermanent£47,730 - £57,837Twickenham Looking to develop a career in local government and governance? This is a great opportunity to support local democracy, work alongside politicians and senior officers across all departments, as well as providing advice and information to the public. Whether you are looking for your first job in this area or want to build on your experience, we are looking for a highly motivated person to join our democratic services team. You will be based mainly in Richmond, but you may be required to work flexibly across both boroughs, as necessary. We will support you to progress in the role. We offer training and the opportunity to gain a qualification relevant to your work. Your work base will be historic York House in Twickenham. We offer a mix of office and working from home. Attendance at evening meetings, held in person, is also required. You will be required to: Develop and demonstrate a solid knowledge of the constitutional and legislative framework for local authority decision making and an ability to provide detailed advice to councillors and senior managers. You will be able to analyse documents or discussions and extract and summarise the key points. You will demonstrate strong communication skills, political sensitivity, effective prioritisation skills and an ability to work well in a team. The Council champions digital innovation and smarter ways of working. Experience of virtual/hybrid meeting and webcasting technology would be a bonus. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience For more information about this career-graded role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. See how you will apply your knowledge and skills to develop in the role, including, Attendance at meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes and advising on basic procedural issues. A Sound knowledge of relevant local government legislation and its application to the decision-making process. Working knowledge of ModGov or another committee management system and support for virtual and hybrid meetings. Ability to write clearly and concisely, particularly minutes of meetings and reports to Committees Ability to communicate orally and speak with confidence so that clear messages are conveyed to a wide audience (these include people at all levels, both within and outside the Council such as Members, Senior Management, other staff and members of the public. Indicative Recruitment Timeline Closing Date: Sunday, 20 September 2026 Shortlisting: 24 September 2026 Interview Date: w/c 28 September 2026 We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan. Company: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and London Borough of Wandsworth Salary: £47,730 - £57,837 Location: London (South), London (Greater) Sector: Public and Third sector Sector: Central Government Job Role: Officer

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and London Borough of Wandsworth is seeking a Democratic Services Officer to support local democracy, advise councillors and officers, and provide information to the public. The role is based mainly in Richmond with flexible cross-borough duties and hybrid working options. The post requires attendance at evening meetings and a commitment to training and qualifications relevant to the role, with excellent written and verbal communication skills essential.

South Gloucestershire Council is seeking a Service Director for Place and Infrastructure Delivery to lead a live pipeline of major capital programmes and drive delivery across the Council's places and infrastructure agenda. With enhanced governance, you will shape an active-wellbeing strategy and steer cross team collaboration to deliver ambitious projects, creating lasting impact for communities and businesses in Gloucestershire.

West Northamptonshire Council in Northamptonshire is seeking an Executive Director of Resources to shape the next chapter of our journey, leading a broad portfolio that includes finance, Revenues and Benefits, legal, HR, customer services, digital, governance, pensions, audit, regulatory services and transformation. We are looking for an inspiring, values-led leader with credibility and ambition to drive transformation, balance innovation with governance, and develop high-performing teams.

Newham London Borough Council in London is seeking an Assistant Director, Development Management and Environment to lead regulatory services and shape growth. The role offers a £90k salary and a full-time contract, based in Newham (Greater London). You will modernise processes handling thousands of applications, build capable teams and drive a more ambitious, commercial and outward-facing operation across Corporate Services.

Jobs Assistant Director, Development Management and Environment Salary £90k Expires 20/09/2026 Company Newham Location Newham, London (Greater) Job Type Full Time Newham is entering an ambitious new chapter. With a new Mayor focused on growth, jobs and housing, a newly integrated Place Making directorate and some of London's most significant regeneration opportunities, these roles offer the chance to influence a borough alive with possibility. As Assistant Director, Development Management and Environment, you'll modernise busy regulatory services handling 5,000 applications annually, developing talented teams and creating a more ambitious, commercial and outward-facing operation. For an informal discussion, please contact Liam Young () or Clare Connor () at Tile Hill. Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 20th September Company: Newham London Borough Council Salary: £90k Location: Newham, London (Greater) Sector: Corporate Services Sector: Corporate Management Team Sector: Environmental Health Job Role: Assistant Director

Jobs Director of Education & Skills More Information Salary up to circa £114,000 Expires 23/09/2026 Location Telford, Shropshire Job Type Full Time An ambitious, high-performing council where education, inclusion and skills are central to shaping the future of the borough. Telford & Wrekin is one of the fastest-growing places in England, with a young and increasingly diverse population and a strong track record of innovation and improvement. Education and skills are central to our vision for inclusive growth, tackling inequality and helping every child and young person thrive. We're seeking an outstanding leader to join us as Director of Education & Skills. Reporting to the Executive Director for Children's Services and Public Health, you'll lead a broad portfolio spanning SEND, school improvement, access and sufficiency, alternative provision, the Virtual School, skills, and wider leadership across education and early help. The council is proud of its strong performance, including an Outstanding Ofsted judgement and a top-tier Area SEND inspection outcome. Yet we remain ambitious to drive even greater inclusion, consistency and outcomes across the system. A key priority will be leading the system response to growing SEND, sufficiency and DSG pressures, ensuring children and young people can access the right support at the right time. Implementation of the SEND reform plan will also be a major focus, requiring strong strategic leadership and a relentless focus on inclusion, sustainability and improved outcomes. Alongside this you'll drive school improvement, strengthen skills and employment pathways, reduce NEET levels, and help shape future school place planning. This is a highly influential, system-facing role requiring close collaboration with schools, MATs, health partners, the voluntary sector and elected members. You'll chair key partnerships and play a visible role in regional education forums and corporate leadership across the council. Collaboration is central to how we work, with education playing a vital role in our "One Council" approach to improving outcomes for children, young people and communities. You'll be a credible leader with a strong understanding of the education landscape, particularly SEND, inclusion and the evolving role of local authorities in an increasingly academy-led system. Most importantly, you'll be able to lead complex systems, build trusted relationships and bring partners together to improve outcomes for children and young people. You'll combine strategic vision with sound financial and performance management, navigate a fast-changing national agenda, and champion improvement at scale. In return, you'll join a supportive and ambitious council with strong political and corporate leadership, a collaborative culture and a genuine commitment to developing its people. This is a rare opportunity to influence system-wide change, improve life chances and shape the future of education and skills in one of England's fastest-growing boroughs. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Anita Denton on / or Chris Barrow on / Closing date: midnight on Wednesday 23 rd September 2026 Positive Action Statement At Telford & Wrekin Council, we know that having a diverse workforce is key to providing the best possible services to our community. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, in particular those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds who are currently under-represented. Company: Telford & Wrekin Council Salary: up to circa £114,000 Location: Telford, Shropshire Sector: Corporate Services Sector: Corporate Management Team Sector: Education Job Role: Director Get more information about Director of Education & Skills This role expires23/09/2026. More Information Help us break the news - share your information, opinion or analysis word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word word mbMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1 mmMwWLliI0fiflO&1

Newham London Borough Council is recruiting an Assistant Director, Regeneration and Growth to lead our ambitions for housing, jobs and place-making across the borough. This senior post will shape strategy, drive delivery across development management, environment and regulatory services, and oversee high-performing teams in a fast-paced urban regeneration agenda. You will modernise processes, manage a large workload (thousands of applications annually) and build an outward-facing,

Assistant Director, Regeneration and Growth Salary: £100k Expires: 20/09/2026 Company: Newham London Borough Council Location: Newham, London (Greater) Job Type: Full time Sector: Corporate Services Sector: Corporate Management Team Sector: Regeneration and Local Economies Job Role: Assistant Director Newham is entering an ambitious new chapter. With a new Mayor focused on growth, jobs and housing, a newly integrated Place Making directorate and some of London's most significant regeneration opportunities, these roles offer the chance to influence a borough alive with possibility. As Assistant Director, Development Management and Environment, you'll modernise busy regulatory services handling 5,000 applications annually, developing talented teams and creating a more ambitious, commercial and outward-facing operation. Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 20th September

Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking an outstanding leader to serve as Director of Education & Skills, reporting to the Executive Director for Children's Services and Public Health. You will lead a broad portfolio including SEND, school improvement, access and sufficiency, alternative provision, the Virtual School, skills and wider leadership across education and early help. The role requires strong strategic leadership, financial and performance management, and the ability to navigate a

Jobs Director of Prosperity and Investment More Information Salary up to circa £114,000 Expires 23/09/2026 Location Telford, Shropshire Job Type Full Time An ambitious council delivering growth, regeneration and investment at scale. Telford & Wrekin is one of the fastest growing places in England, with a strong track record of delivery, investment and economic growth. As an award-winning council with clear ambitions for the future, we are continuing to shape a thriving borough through major regeneration programmes, commercial investment, housing delivery and inward investment. We are now seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Director of Prosperity and Investment. Reporting into the Executive Director, you will lead a broad and high-profile portfolio spanning regeneration, property services, planning and development management, building control, economic development, inward investment, the visitor economy, strategic planning, NuPlace, and the Homes England Land Deal. This is a role with significant influence across the organisation and a direct impact on the future prosperity of the borough. The scale of opportunity is substantial. You'll provide leadership across a diverse programme of major capital projects, including town centre regeneration schemes, Station Quarter redevelopment, Wellington Market, the theatre and leisure centre projects, while ensuring momentum is maintained across an ambitious programme of investment and growth. At the same time, you will oversee a commercial estate generating around £10m of income annually, balancing investment in existing assets with opportunities for future growth. Key priorities include maintaining delivery across a complex portfolio of projects and programmes, strengthening the council's commercial approach, supporting devolution ambitions, and developing a clearer long-term business planning framework for regeneration and investment activity. You'll work closely with elected members, senior colleagues, developers, investors, regional partners and government bodies to ensure Telford & Wrekin continues to deliver sustainable economic growth and attract investment into the borough. This is a politically visible role requiring both strategic vision and operational credibility. You'll be comfortable operating in a complex environment, providing advice and leadership across multiple cabinet portfolios, while maintaining a relentless focus on delivery and outcomes. We're looking for a leader with experience of regeneration, growth, investment, property or economic development, gained within local government or a similarly complex environment. Most importantly, you'll bring commercial awareness, strong partnership skills, political acumen and a track record of delivering significant programmes that create lasting economic and community impact. In return, you'll join a financially stable and ambitious organisation with a strong reputation for delivery, considerable autonomy, supportive political leadership and a clear commitment to growth. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of one of the country's most dynamic places and leave a lasting legacy for residents, businesses and communities. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Maud Hollis on or Dylan Craven on Closing date: midnight on Wednesday 23rd September 2026 Positive Action Statement At Telford & Wrekin Council, we know that having a diverse workforce is key to providing the best possible services to our community. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, in particular those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds who are currently under-represented Company: Telford & Wrekin Council Salary: up to circa £114,000 Location: Telford, Shropshire Sector: Corporate Services Sector: Corporate Management Team Sector: Finance Job Role: Director

Telford & Wrekin Council is seeking a Director of Prosperity and Investment to lead regeneration, property and economic development initiatives in the borough. You will drive major capital projects, oversee the commercial estate, and shape strategies for growth and investment. The role demands strategic vision, political acumen, and a proven delivery record within local government or a similar environment. It offers significant autonomy and impact on residents and businesses.

Jobs Director of Adult Social Care (DASS) Salary up to circa £114,000 Expires 23/09/2026 Location Telford, Shropshire Job Type Full Time An ambitious, innovative council where Adult Social Care is central to shaping the future of the borough. Telford & Wrekin is one of the fastest growing places in England, a borough where ambition, innovation and community sit side by side. As our population grows and ages, and as needs become increasingly complex across disability, mental health, neurodiversity and ageing well, Adult Social Care is central to the council's future direction and impact. We're now seeking an outstanding leader to join us as Director of Adult Social Care (DASS). Reporting to the Executive Director Adult Social Care, Housing and Customer Services, you'll lead a broad and diverse portfolio spanning: prevention and enablement, older people and physical disability, learning disability and autism, mental health, safeguarding, hospital discharge and admission avoidance, carers, commissioning and provider quality, and our in house service, My Options. Our services were rated Good by the CQC in November 2024, with particular recognition for co production, leadership and innovation, including the use of assistive technology to support independence. With the outcome of our recent CQC assessment expected in October, the incoming Director will also benefit from a clear and current view of the service from the outset. While performance is strong and on an upward trajectory, our ambition is one of continuous improvement. You'll be responsible for ensuring financial sustainability, while leading a major transformation programme across Adult Social Care. You'll prepare the service for future phases of CQC assurance, lead the development of strategic plans for key areas including learning disability and mental health, and drive continuous improvement in performance and outcomes across the system. You'll also play a key role in developing neighbourhood based, preventative approaches to health and care, and in embedding digital and assistive technology innovation as part of a forward looking service model. This is a role that requires both strategic leadership and operational grip. You'll work across a highly integrated system with strong relationships with health, housing, the voluntary sector, and you'll play an important role in regional and national networks. Collaboration is a defining feature of how we work, and Adult Social Care sits at the heart of our "One Council" approach. You'll be an experienced and ambitious adult social care leader, capable of navigating complexity, driving transformation and delivering excellent services. You'll combine strong strategic and operational leadership with the ability to build trusted relationships across health, care, housing and wider council services, bringing partners together to improve outcomes for residents. Financially astute and performance focused, you'll balance innovation, prevention and sustainable service delivery while maintaining a relentless focus on continuous improvement. Passionate about creating independence and embracing new ways of working, you'll lead a service that strives for the best possible outcomes for our residents. Adaptable, resilient and politically aware, you'll inspire confidence, develop talent and help shape the future of Adult Social Care in Telford and Wrekin. In return, you'll join a supportive and ambitious council with a visible and engaged leadership team, strong political backing, and a culture that is collaborative, open and focused on delivery. This is a role with real scope to shape services, influence system wide change, and make a lasting impact on the lives of residents. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Anita Denton on / or Chris Barrow on / Closing date: midnight on Wednesday 23 rd September 2026 Positive Action Statement At Telford & Wrekin Council, we know that having a diverse workforce is key to providing the best possible services to our community. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, in particular those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds who are currently under represented. Company: Telford & Wrekin Council Salary: up to circa £114,000 Location: Telford, Shropshire Sector: Corporate Services Sector: Corporate Management Team Sector: Health and Social Care Job Role: Director

Telford & Wrekin Council invites applications for the role of Director of Adult Social Care (DASS). You will report to the Executive Director and lead a broad portfolio spanning prevention, older people, learning disability, mental health, safeguarding, hospital discharge and commissioning. The post requires strategic leadership paired with operational delivery to secure financial sustainability, drive performance and embed innovation across health, housing and the voluntary sector.

Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council seeks an Executive Director of Children's Services to lead significant improvements within children's social care and safeguarding, education, and early help initiatives. This full-time role based in Stockport offers a salary range of £149,000 to £175,000. The ideal candidate will possess strategic vision and strong partnership skills, committed to enhancing services for children and families. Closing date for applications is June 28, 2026.