Assistant Director for Corporate Parenting

TILE HILL; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative public organisation is seeking an Assistant Director for Corporate Parenting to lead strategic initiatives across Fostering, Adoption, and Children in Care. The successful candidate will have a strong background as a qualified social worker with proven leadership abilities. This role is essential in shaping the lives of children in care and ensuring high-quality, compliant services. Interested individuals should submit their CV and supporting statement by midnight on 16th November 2025.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of improvement in corporate parenting services.
• Experience in leading governance boards.
• Ability to create an integrated system for social services.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across Fostering, Adoption, and Children's Homes.
• Chair governance boards and ensure service compliance.
• Drive a culture of excellence and accountability.

Skills

Leadership in corporate parenting

Strategic planning

Child-focused services

Education

Qualified social worker

Job description

Overview

Reimagine the possibilities At Suffolk County Council, we are a forward‑thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration and making a real difference in our communities. We are building an exceptional team to deliver the very best outcomes for our children and young people. As Assistant Director for Corporate Parenting, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the lives of children in care, care leavers and families across Suffolk.

Responsibilities

You will provide strategic leadership across a wide portfolio, including Fostering, Adoption, Family Time, Children in Care, Children’s Homes, Leaving Care and Unaccompanied Asylum‑Seeking Children. You will chair key governance boards such as the Corporate Parenting Board, ensure services are compliant, high‑performing and child‑centred, champion reunification, drive inspection readiness and embed a culture of excellence and accountability.

Qualifications

A qualified social worker, you are a subject matter expert with a proven track record of improvement in corporate parenting services, to ensure every child in Suffolk can exceed their potential. You will help us create an integrated system that is rewarding and empowering to work in.

Application

To apply, please submit an up‑to‑date copy of your CV and a supporting statement detailing your experience, achievements and how you meet the key criteria for the role. Documents should be uploaded via our website. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact [e-mail].

• Full contact details
• Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees)
• Details of your current salary and notice period
• Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview

At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals. If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, please email [e-mail].

Closing date

Midnight on Sunday 16th November 2025