Executive Director, Children & Education: Shape the Future

West Surrey Council; Guildford; On-site; GBP 161,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Exceptional appointment up to £190k

Job summary

West Surrey Council invites applications for the role of Executive Director Children and Education (DCS) in Guildford. You will lead a new unitary authority’s children's services and education, shaping strategy, culture and outcomes, and reporting to the Chief Executive.

The role demands strategic influence across political and organisational environments. You will drive transformation, build partnerships, and lead a high-performing team within a major public service organisation poised to

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience within children's services.
• Deep understanding of statutory children's social care responsibilities.
• Experience with transformation, improvement and partnership working.
• Ability to operate as a strategic corporate/system leader in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the new statutory Directorate of Children’s Services within West Surrey Council.
• Shape culture, ambition and identity of the new authority.
• Build partnerships and influence outcomes across public services.

Skills

Senior leadership

Children's social care

Strategic partnerships

System leadership

Transformation

Job description

West Surrey Council invites applications for the role of Executive Director Children and Education (DCS) in Guildford. You will lead a new unitary authority’s children's services and education, shaping strategy, culture and outcomes, and reporting to the Chief Executive.

The role demands strategic influence across political and organisational environments. You will drive transformation, build partnerships, and lead a high-performing team within a major public service organisation poised to