Executive Director - Health and Social Care

KNOWSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

A metropolitan borough council located in Liverpool City Region seeks an Executive Director – Health and Social Care. The successful candidate will lead the planning and delivery of person-centred health and social care services. This role requires a proven track record in senior leadership and transformation within complex health systems, alongside statutory responsibilities. The council values diversity and is committed to flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Track record of delivering transformation in health and care systems.
• Ability to influence at local, regional, and national levels.
• Compliance with statutory duties as Director of Adult Social Services.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across Adult Social Care, Public Health, and Whole Life Commissioning.
• Discharge statutory duties of the Director of Adult Social Services.
• Collaborate with partners and support community initiatives.

Skills

Strategic insight

Leadership

Partnership skills

Political acumen

Job description

Executive Director – Health and Social Care

£125,712 – £137,831 per annum

Ref: CVP 0501

About the role

Reporting to the Chief Executive you will provide clear, decisive leadership across Adult Social Care, Public Health and Whole Life Commissioning, ensuring the planning, design and delivery of high‑quality, person‑centred services for the people of Knowsley.

You will be empowered and fully accountable for outcomes within your remit, making decisions that improve lives every day.

You will discharge the statutory duties of the Director of Adult Social Services (DASS), offering expert strategic advice on statutory functions and professional practice. You will be a key member of the Executive Management Team—working corporately to deliver our Council Plan 2025–2030 and Borough wide priorities.

About you

We are looking for an accomplished senior leader with a track record of delivering transformation at scale across complex health and care systems. You will bring credibility as a statutory DASS (or readiness to step into the role), exceptional partnership skills, and the confidence to influence at local, regional and national levels.

You will combine strategic insight with practical delivery—aligning performance, people and resources to achieve better outcomes and value for money. You will need to be collaborative, partnership focussed, politically astute, and inspired by our Knowsley Better Together approach.

This role carries corporate responsibilities across the Council—supporting members as community leaders, leading priority initiatives and, when needed, deputising for the Chief Executive.

Why Knowsley?

We are a values‑driven authority with a clear plan, strong partnerships and a shared ambition to improve lives. You’ll find a committed team, an inclusive culture, and the freedom to innovate.

At Knowsley Council, we will consider requests for flexible working. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours and part‑time.

We welcome applications from residents and beyond, regardless of background, belief or identity, recognising the value that diversity brings to our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and candidates with disabilities as we acknowledge their underrepresentation in our workforce.

Key Dates

Closing Date – 1 February 2026.

Technical Longlist Interview – 5 February 2026.

Assessment Centre (In Person) – 26 February 2026.

Employment and Appointments Committee (In Person) – 27 February 2026.

How to apply

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