Head of Adult Services

Involve Kent; Maidstone; In loco; GBP 45.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

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Involve Kent is seeking an exceptional Head of Adult Services to lead a diverse portfolio of services supporting older people, adult mental health, social prescribing, perimenopause support and community wellbeing. As a member of our senior leadership team, you’ll provide strategic direction, support high‑performing teams and ensure services reduce inequalities and strengthen community connections.

You will need to drive and have access to a vehicle for this role, with the role including

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Head of Adult Services

Salary

Up to £49,995 per annum

Location

Flexible, with regular travel to Involve Kent Offices and service locations

Type

Permanent

Published

1 day ago...

Closing date

28 Oct 2026

Would you like to work for an organisation that believes that everyone, regardless of the challenges they face, should have the opportunity to thrive?

Hours of work: Full time (37.5 or as agreed)
Annual Leave: 30 days plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Salary: Up to £49,995 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Employed by: Involve
Responsible to: CEO
Based: Flexible, with regular travel to Involve Kent Offices and service locations.

Could you lead services that make a difference every day?

We’re looking for an exceptional Head of Adult Services to lead a diverse portfolio of services supporting older people, adult mental health, social prescribing, perimenopause support and community wellbeing. As a member of our senior leadership team, you’ll provide strategic direction, support high‑performing teams and ensure our services continue to make a meaningful difference to people across Kent.

This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic leadership with genuine social impact. You’ll work closely with communities, partners and commissioners to develop innovative, evidence‑driven services that reduce inequalities, strengthen community connections and help create the conditions for people to thrive. If you’re an ambitious, values‑driven leader who wants to shape both services and systems, we’d love to hear from you.

You will need to be able to drive and have access to a vehicle for this role. The role includes providing regulated activity with adults, so employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We consider all disclosures on an individual basis and are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment.

At Involve, we believe our team should reflect the richness and diversity of our society. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and life experiences, including lived experience that helps you understand the challenges our communities face. Whether you bring professional expertise, potential, or a perspective shaped by your own journey, we value what makes you unique and encourage you to apply.

You can find out lots more about working for Involve on our website www.involvekent.org.uk/joinus including a full Job Description and Person Specification for the role.

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