Senior Operations Leader — Essex Children’s & Family Services

HCRG Care Group; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health provider in the UK seeks an Associate Director of Operations for Children's and Family Services. This pivotal role involves senior operational leadership across a £50 million multi-commissioner contract and requires substantial experience in children's services and strong financial acumen. The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio while building relationships with multiple stakeholders. The position is hybrid, requiring regular on-site presence across Essex to engage with staff and ensure high-quality service delivery.

Benefits

NHS Agenda for Change Band 8d salary with group pension

Access to discounts and cashback offers

Wellbeing support services

Professional development opportunities

Innovation funding for ideas

Qualifications

• Substantial senior leadership experience within children's services or related multi-agency environment.
• Strong financial management experience with large, complex budgets.
• Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior operational leadership across children's and family wellbeing services.
• Oversee delivery of a £50 million multi-commissioner contract.
• Build strong relationships with commissioners and community stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Communication

Relationship building

Emotional intelligence

Education

Masters level or equivalent

Job description

A leading community health provider in the UK seeks an Associate Director of Operations for Children's and Family Services. This pivotal role involves senior operational leadership across a £50 million multi-commissioner contract and requires substantial experience in children's services and strong financial acumen. The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio while building relationships with multiple stakeholders. The position is hybrid, requiring regular on-site presence across Essex to engage with staff and ensure high-quality service delivery.