Head of Adult Mental Health & Disability

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Bedford seeks an experienced Interim Head of Adult Mental Health and Disability to lead transformative services in an essential leadership role. This position focuses on delivering high-quality care and implementing person-centred approaches, enhancing independence for service users. This interim role is expected to last 3-6 months and requires a qualified social worker with leadership experience in mental health and disability services.

Qualifications

• Experienced in adult social care leadership.
• Strong understanding of legislation and best practices.
• Proven ability to lead transformation in services.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for mental health and disability services.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care.
• Collaborate with partners to improve outcomes for service users.

Skills

Leadership

Social Care

Mental Health Services

Disability Services

Education

Qualified Social Worker

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Interim Head of Adult Mental Health and Disability

Rate: Negotiable – Inside IR35

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Duration: Interim, 3–6 months (pending permanent recruitment)

DBS Requirement: Enhanced with Barred List Check

We are working with a local authority who are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to take on the role of Interim Head of Adult Mental Health and Disability.

In this vital leadership role, you will be responsible for shaping and delivering specialist adult mental health and disability social work and care services. Your expertise will help strengthen a person-centred, strengths-based approach that promotes independence and choice for adults with care and support needs.

You will play a key role in driving forward the Community First Approach, working alongside committed colleagues and partners to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for adult mental health, learning disabilities, and autism services
• Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to improve outcomes for service users
• Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans and policies

Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration
• Extensive experience in adult social care leadership, particularly in mental health and disability services
• Proven ability to lead transformation and service improvement
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and best practice

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your up-to-date CV and we will be in touch!