Director of Children's Services

Local Government Chronicle; Southampton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Director of Children's Services to oversee services for children and young people. The role involves leadership and management of services, ensuring safeguarding and welfare, and driving transformational change within the organization. Applicants should have substantial experience in leadership roles and relevant qualifications, with the ability to collaborate effectively with partners to enhance the delivery of services. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

26 days annual holiday

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Attractive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role in children's services.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding principles and children's welfare.
• Ability to manage and deliver multi-agency services.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management and strategic direction of Children's Services.
• Ensure high-quality service delivery for children and families.
• Collaborate with local partners to meet the needs of children and young people.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Child Welfare

Education

Relevant professional qualification

Job description

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Director of Children's Services

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Warrington Borough Council as we continue to build on our shared vision is to ensure Warrington is a place where we work together to create stronger neighbourhoods, enable people to have a healthier life and greater equality of access across our communities.

Warrington is looking to recruit substantively to the role of Director of Children's Services based within the recently established People directorate. We are proud to be an Ofsted rated 'Good' Local Authority. Warrington also benefits from consistently Good and Outstanding schools and colleges with outcomes well above national averages

The postholder will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team and take a lead role in continuing to deliver and develop high quality good value services for children and young people.

The role

We are looking to recruit a substantive Director of Children's Services, responsible for the leadership and management of Children's Services including Education. Providing universal and targeted services for children, young people and their families you will ensure children are safeguarded and their welfare is promoted. Working as part of a broader health and social care system in Warrington, you will develop and champion professional standards, leading on enhancing practice and driving transformational change.

You will be responsible for the delivery and strategic development within Children's Services with ability to lead other areas within the council. Working closely with local and regional partners, placing the needs of children and young people at the heart of our work, you will ensure that the principles and priorities of Children's Bill are effectively implemented.

A Market Supplement To The Salary May Be Available For An Exceptional Candidate Subject To Agreement By Full Council And In Line With Council's Market Supplement Policy. In Addition, Working For Warrington Borough Council Means You Get

• 26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)
• Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package
• Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme
  
  

Key Dates & Further Information

If you would like to discuss the post or require further information, please contact Caroline Williams, Executive Director - People and Director of Adult Social Services

Please return applications forms to .

In accordance withHome Office guidance, successful candidates mustevidencetheir right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Sponsorship isnotavailable for this role; therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment.

DBS clearance is required.

Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates can expect to meet the Chief Executive, Lead Member and Executive Director - People for individual interview, participate in a stakeholder selection panel and members appointing panel. Presentations will be required as part of the selection process and will be confirmed on invitation to interview.

Any shortlisted candidates will be required to attend the interviews week beginning 11.08.2025.

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Warrington Borough Council

South East, UK

Permanent

Published on 22 Jul 2025

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