Deputy Director Of Adult Social Care

3D Recruit; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for social services is seeking a Deputy Director of Adult Services in Greater London. The ideal candidate will lead service delivery, ensuring high standards of adult social care while engaging in collaborative leadership. Responsibilities include developing performance cultures, supporting localities, and championing innovation within the service. This role requires a qualified social worker with significant experience and knowledge of UK legislation. The position offers competitive pay, flexible working arrangements, and various perks, including access to exclusive roles and free training.

Benefits

Exclusive Roles

Flexible Work

High Pay Rates

Continuous Support

Free Training

Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• 2+ years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK social care legislation and practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership and oversight for service delivery.
• Champion innovation and workforce development.
• Lead the Council's contribution to neighbourhood health services.

Skills

Leadership in service delivery

Understanding of social care legislation

Performance culture development

Education

Degree/Masters in Social Work

Job description

Haringey - Deputy Director - Adult Services - £650 per day

Intro: The Deputy Director of Adult Social Services (Deputy DASS) plays a critical role in shaping and delivering high-performing, person-centred Adult Social Care in Haringey.
As the Deputy DASS, the postholder will support the statutory DASS in fulfilling their responsibilities, acting as a key advisor and strategic leader across the Adult Social Care system.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership and oversight to ensure continuity, resilience, and excellence in service delivery.
• Provide strategic oversight and support to the three Localities, cultivating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and service excellence.
• Through collaborative leadership and robust systems, they will enable consistent service delivery across localities, ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory, and organisational standards.
• Lead the Council's contribution to the Neighbourhood Health Service, embedding Adult Social Care within the design and delivery of neighbourhood teams.
• Develop and embed a strong and effective performance culture, driving performance to provide improved outcomes for residents.
• Champion innovation, workforce development, digital transformation, and community co-production to strengthen neighbourhood integration.

Be hybrid working, with requirement to be on site as required (likely minimum 3 days a week) Monday to Friday but will be required to attend evening as required and occasional weekend events.

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

This is a challenging and demanding period of time and the post holder will play a key role in delivering the Improvement in services and Improvement Plan for ASC.

Perks of Working with 3D Recruit

• Exclusive Roles: Access to positions not available on public job boards.
• Flexible Work: Choose from full-time, part-time, and locum roles that fit your schedule.
• High Pay Rates: Competitive rates, including holiday pay and pension.
• Continuous Support: Receive dedicated one‑on‑one support from your personal consultant.
• Free Training: Access CPD training to maintain SWE registration and enhance your skills.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn up to £250 for every successful referral (T's & C's apply).

Essential Requirements

• Degree/Masters in Social Work and SWE registration.
• 2+ years of post‑qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK social care legislation and practice.
• Right to work in UK.

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