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Head of Children’s Social Care

Employer
Durham County Council
Location
Durham (County)
Salary
£121,753
Closing date
17 Jun 2022

Durham is a large county with a proud past and an ambitious future. We are a diverse area facing many challenges across small rural communities, large towns and of course the cathedral city of Durham. But we are also a place that is continuously looking forwards, seeking new ways to deliver better services and achieve better outcomes, supported by a political and corporate leadership team that delivers.

Within our children and young people’s service we are now seeking a Head of Children’s Social Care, who will build upon our strong foundations as we strive for excellence.

We are guided by our vision to ensure that all children and young people, enjoy the best start in life and are supported to achieve the best possible outcomes. Working with stakeholders will be crucial to ensuring we have a holistic approach to the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in Durham. You will be joining a team where Durham is a large county with a proud past and an ambitious future. We are a diverse area facing many challenges across small rural communities, large towns and of course the cathedral city of Durham. But we are also a place that is continuously looking forwards, seeking new ways to deliver better services and achieve better outcomes, supported by a political and corporate leadership team that delivers. success has been delivered through strong leadership, creative thinking, partnership working and sheer passion for what we do.

We are seeking someone who has the passion and energy to improve outcomes for our children and young people, who embraces change, questions the status quo, and for whom innovation is a daily part of practice. You will have experience of delivering operational social care services, grounded in good practice and continuous improvement.

Please contact Alex Hayes at GatenbySanderson on 0113 205 6109.

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.

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