Overview
Job Title: Head of Service - Mental Health Social Work
Location: Shire Hall, Block 5, 3rd Floor, Gloucestershire
Salary: £63,132 - £68,342 per annum
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Duration: One year
Closing Date: 08/09/2025
Job Requisition Number: 12424
This post is not open to job share.
About The Role
This pivotal role will shape strategic developments, lead operational services, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence and wellbeing. You will deputise for the Assistant Director, lead designated programmes, and drive transformation across services. Your leadership will be instrumental in safeguarding vulnerable adults, achieving value for money, and fostering integrated working with health and community partners.
You will deputise for the Assistant Director and represent ASC at local, regional, and national forums. You will lead and manage strategic service areas, champion a culture of learning, development and accountability, drive service transformation and continuous improvement, manage budgets effectively, and collaborate with commissioners and partners to deliver integrated services. You will prepare services for CQC inspection and ensure compliance with statutory duties. You will promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of service delivery.
About You
You are a strategic thinker with excellent decision-making and analytical skills. You will have proven senior leadership experience in adult social care or related sectors, with a track record of delivering high-impact service improvements and strong background in partnership working and inter-agency collaboration. You will have experience managing large budgets and leading high-performing teams. You will have worked in a local authority mental health statutory setting and have an understanding of the adult social care legal and policy framework and other relevant legislation including the Mental Health Act. An AMHP qualification and registration with Social Work England would be highly desirable. You will be an ambassador for adult social care and be committed to making a difference to people’s lives. Our values guide the way we work and shape our culture. If you share these behaviours, we want to hear from you. We will provide full training and support to help you succeed in the role.
About Us
Our people make a difference to local communities in Gloucestershire. We offer:
* Regular formal and informal support
* Safe, supportive and positive working environment with regular supervision
* Access to training and development and leadership conferences
* 30.5 days annual leave
* Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Staff discount scheme with major retailers
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with free confidential counselling
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Green Car Scheme (salary sacrifice, terms apply)
* Employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and Young Employees Network
Applying
Please write your personal statement with consideration for the essential criteria in the Job Profile, including examples of why you should be considered. Include an up-to-date CV and send to ASCrecruitment@gloucestershire.gov.uk. For an informal discussion, contact ASCrecruitment@gloucestershire.gov.uk to arrange a call back with the hiring manager. The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship for this role. Candidates must have the right to work for at least 6 months; this right is not transferable from a sponsored role.
Additional Information
* The recruitment and selection process will be in-person on the week commencing 15/09 and will comprise a 2-stage process: Stakeholder panel discussion; Presentation and competitive interview.
* This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and involves travel throughout the County.
* Will involve working outside of normal office hours at times, including management cover for out-of-hours services.
* Part of the Council’s Emergency Welfare Team cover.
Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early due to high volume of applications or service needs. The advert will be open for a minimum of 7 calendar days. Hybrid working arrangements are available for many roles.
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