Deputy Head of Service

Liquid Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A social care staffing agency is seeking a Deputy Head of Service for their Adult Social Care leadership team in Hackney. The role involves leading various services, ensuring quality care delivery, managing budgets, and driving performance improvement. Candidates must be HCPC-registered Occupational Therapists with senior leadership experience and a proven record in adult social care. This position offers competitive pay and unique opportunities for service innovation.

Benefits

Free DBS and compliance service

Twice weekly payroll

Access to exclusive roles

Free social work training

Dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with senior leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of commissioning and budget control.
• Experience in managing complex projects and leading diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead OT, Sensory, Telecare, and Adaptations services.
• Ensure safe and strength-based care delivery.
• Drive service improvement and innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Occupational Therapy

Budget Management

Service Transformation

Education

HCPC Registration

Job description

Job Title : Deputy Head of Service

Location : Hackney

Pay Rate : £45 per hour

Job Description

Liquid Personnel is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join it client’s Adult Social Care leadership team as Deputy Head of Service and Principal Therapy Lead based in Hackney. This is a pivotal role, responsible for driving operational excellence, championing Occupational Therapy, and delivering high-quality, person-centred services across the borough.

What will your responsibilities be?

• Lead OT, Sensory, Telecare, and Adaptations services
• Ensure safe, personalised, and strength-based care delivery
• Manage budgets and contribute to strategic savings plans
• Build collaborative relationships across the Council, ICS, and voluntary sector
• Drive service improvement, innovation, and performance
• Represent the service in strategic forums and inspections

Qualifications & Experience

To be successful in this role you must have,

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with senior leadership experience
• Proven track record in adult social care and multidisciplinary settings
• Strong understanding of commissioning, performance management, and budget control
• Passion for service transformation and equity in care delivery
• Experience in managing complex projects and leading diverse teams

Why Liquid Personnel?

• Free DBS and compliance service
• Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service, getting you paid more quickly
• Access to exclusive roles that aren’t available from other agencies
• Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Access to a wide selection of social work positions across the UK
• “Refer a Friend” bonus – get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place
• “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us