Head of Service Mental Health, Learning Disability and Opportunities Together

inploi; Stockport; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a Head of Service for Mental Health, Learning Disability, and Opportunities in Stockport. This senior role involves leading transformation in adult social care, ensuring quality and inclusivity, as well as managing partnerships with health providers. The ideal candidate will have experience in strategic planning and a commitment to a strengths-based approach. This position offers full-time hours and a competitive salary within the range of £64,690 to £73,364.

Benefits

Tailored leadership support

Development opportunities

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of statutory responsibilities and best practices in adult social care.
• Proven ability to deliver quality services at scale.
• Experience in managing financial sustainability and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation in adult social care services.
• Champion a strengths-based culture focused on individuals and outcomes.
• Collaborate with health providers and the voluntary sector.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Understanding of adult social care

Risk management

Innovation

Job description

Head of Service Mental Health, Learning Disability and Opportunities Together
MB1 (£64,690 £73,364)
37 Hours, Full Time
Permanent
Stopford House

Application Deadline: 11:59pm on Sunday 10th August 2025

Interview Date: 20th August 2025

Join us at Stockport Council MJ Local Authority of the Year 2025

Great care starts with great leadership.

Stockport is a place of ambition, inclusivity, transformation, and compassion. We’re proud of our vibrant communities, strong sense of identity, and collective drive to create opportunities for all. This culture and commitment were recently recognised when we were named MJ Council of the Year, a reflection of the exceptional work happening across our borough. As we continue our journey to deliver better services for our residents, our adult social care services play a critical role. And now, we’re looking for a Head of Service who can help shape the next chapter for adult social care in Stockport.

This is a senior leadership role with system-wide influence. You’ll be the strategic lead for mental health, learning disabilities and autism across adult social care. Leading transformation and championing innovation, you’ll embed a strengths-based culture that puts individuals and outcomes first. You’ll play a key role in integrated health and care delivery, driving forward new models of support in partnership with health providers, the voluntary sector, and lived-experience groups.

We are seeking someone with a deep understanding of statutory responsibilities and best practice in adult social care, along with a proven ability to deliver quality at scale. You’ll be accountable for managing risk, leading improvement, and ensuring services remain financially sustainable, inclusive, and responsive. Working with key internal and external partners, including residents, you’ll ensure services are reflective of the needs of the community.

This is a role for someone with vision, purpose, empathy and kindness. Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-trust environment. You’ll be working at the heart of the council’s ambitious One Health & Care Plan, leading change that matters for our people.

At Stockport, we’re deeply committed to your growth. You’ll benefit from excellent development opportunities, tailored leadership support, and a culture that invests in your potential so you can deliver your best, every day.

Join us and help shape a healthier, more inclusive future for every adult in Stockport.

To find out more and to apply, visit Head of Mental Health and Learning Disabilities (ASC) | Tile Hill or, for a confidential conversation, call Zarvesha Rasool (07551 392696), or Anita Denton (07725 554802) at Tile Hill.

The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

This post is politically restricted under the terms of the 1989 Local Government and Housing Act. This dictates that you must seek the council’s permission before taking up any additional appointments or positions.

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