Role: Assistant Executive Director – Quality, Permanence and Sufficiency Location : Huyton Pay Band : AED Band 1 / SCP 101 – 104 Salary : £99,161 - £104,870 per annum Knowsley Council, the Municipal Journal’s Local Authority of the Year 2024, is seeking an exceptional Assistant Executive Director (Quality, Permanence and Sufficiency) to join our Children’s Services team and play a lead role in driving forward our Improvement agenda. Huge in aspiration, Knowsley Council is an organisation which understands itself and its role and influence within the communities who it serves. Not diminished or deterred by the challenges facing its residents, the Council has a clear focus and belief that collectively, people and organisations really can make a tangible positive difference to people’s lives. This is the Council’s vision for the future and children are at the heart of that. The successful candidate will lead and set the strategic direction of our Quality Assurance, Permanence and Sufficiency services, ensuring that high quality support is in place to facilitate the effective and timely delivery of services for the benefit of children, young people and their families. This is a great opportunity to use your skills and experience to make a positive difference to the lives of children in Knowsley. Say Yes to Knowsley If you are interested in this vacancy apply online here ( CVP 0425 - AED - Quality Permanence and Sufficiency ). Key Dates Closing Date – 24 September 2025 Longlisting – 25/26 September 2025 Technical Interviews (Remote) – 8 October 2025 Recruitment Exercise and Panel Interviews (in person) – 16 October 2025 Employment and Appointments Committee (in person) – 17 October 2025