Chief Officer - Social Care

Wrexham Council; Wales; On-site; GBP 101,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a compassionate and visionary Chief Officer for Social Care to lead transformative services. This role involves strategic leadership ensuring services for vulnerable residents are inclusive and responsive. Ideal candidates will have a robust background in change management and a commitment to enhancing community wellbeing. Salary ranges from £101,104 to £112,749 per annum, with applications closing on 16 November 2025.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading transformative change in social care.
• Ability to work with Elected Members and Senior Leaders.
• Competence in delivering high-quality services tailored to community needs.

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership of social care services.
• Ensure services are inclusive and responsive to community needs.
• Collaborate with external partners to enhance care strategies.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Compassionate care

Strategic planning

Change management

Job description

WREXHAM COUNCIL

Chief Officer - Social Care

£101,104 - £112,749 Per Annum

We’re recruiting for our new Chief Officer for Social Care at Wrexham County Borough Council, which is located between the Dee Valley, the North Wales mountains and the Cheshire plains. We believe that Wrexham is the unofficial “capital” of North Wales.

Wrexham Council continues to grow, develop and transform, and we’re looking for a dynamic leader who will spearhead and drive sustainable, forward-looking and transformational services – boosting economic growth and social wellbeing, whilst managing the financial challenges that exist within the public sector.

You will need to be ready to lead transformative change in social care and we are seeking a visionary and compassionate Chief Officer to shape and deliver high quality services that support our most vulnerable residents.

As Chief Officer, you will be responsible for the strategic leadership ensuring they are person centred, inclusive and responsive to the needs of our communities.

You will work closely with Elected Members, Senior Leaders and external partners to deliver on our commitment to prevention, independence and dignity in care.

If you are ready to rise to the challenge and have these skills, behaviours and core values, please apply at, https://jobs.wrexham.gov.uk/vacancies/74/chief-officer--social-care.html , if wish to know more please contact AlwynJones, Chief Executive on 01978 292101 or [e-mail]

Recruitment Timetable:

Closing date – Sunday 16 November 2025
Shortlisting – Tuesday 25 November 2025
Selection Process – Monday 8 December 2025