Strategic Head of Quality & Improvement – Children's Services

Buckinghamshire Council; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Aylesbury is seeking a Head of Quality and Improvement for Children's Services. This high-profile role requires a leader with extensive experience in children's social care and proven service improvement skills. The candidate will drive quality assurance frameworks and oversee key children’s services. A degree or equivalent experience is necessary. The position offers competitive pay and a commitment to a flexible, inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Health and well-being initiatives

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a large public sector organisation, ideally local government.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• A relevant professional qualification in social care, education, health, or youth work is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for key functions.
• Drive the implementation of a robust Quality Assurance Framework.
• Oversee delivery of the Children’s Services Improvement Plan.
• Lead workforce development initiatives to nurture and retain talent.
• Embed the voice of children and families into service improvement.

Skills

Expert knowledge of children's social care

Strategic vision

Exceptional communication skills

Proven track record in service improvement

Ability to influence at all levels

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent experience

Job description

A local government authority in Aylesbury is seeking a Head of Quality and Improvement for Children's Services. This high-profile role requires a leader with extensive experience in children's social care and proven service improvement skills. The candidate will drive quality assurance frameworks and oversee key children’s services. A degree or equivalent experience is necessary. The position offers competitive pay and a commitment to a flexible, inclusive work culture.