Head of service

Interim Head of Community Learning Disability Team (CLDT) 📍 Location: Royal Borough of Greenwich, London
Contract: Interim (Agency)
Hours: 35 per week (09:00–17:00)
Rate: Negotiable (Inside IR35)
About the Role The Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to take on the role of Interim Head of Community Learning Disability Team (CLDT) within Adult Services.
This is a senior leadership opportunity to shape and influence the future direction of Community Learning Disability Services, driving innovation, integration, and improved outcomes for adults with learning disabilities.
Purpose of the Role Reporting to the Assistant Director, you will:
* Provide strategic leadership to shape the future delivery of CLDT services
* Lead on service design and transformation, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective provision
* Develop integrated service models that reduce inequalities and improve health and wellbeing outcomes
* Oversee operational delivery, performance, and financial management of the service
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safe practice, and value for money
* Ensure service user voice and co-production are embedded in service development
* Build strong partnerships across health, social care, and wider stakeholders
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams within Community Learning Disability Services
* Drive strategic planning and transformation programmes
* Ensure compliance with statutory frameworks, best practice, and governance standards
* Manage budgets and resources effectively
* Support and develop staff, maintaining high morale and performance
* Influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders across the system
* Address inequalities and improve access to services
Requirements
* ✅ Proven experience at Head of Service / Senior Leadership level within Adult Social Care or Health
* ✅ Strong background in Learning Disability services (CLDT)
* ✅ Demonstrable experience in service transformation and integration
* ✅ Excellent understanding of Adult Social Care legislation and policy
* ✅ Experience managing budgets, performance, and complex services
* ✅ Strong leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
What We’re Looking For
* A strategic thinker with the ability to drive change
* Strong leadership and people management capability
* Experience working in complex, multi-agency environments
* Commitment to person-centred, inclusive, and outcome-focused services
* Ability to deliver under pressure in an interim capacity
Additional Information
* This role is Inside IR35
* Rate is negotiable – minium base £46.05 paye exclusive of holiday pay or £57.93 LTD inclusive of holiday pay

Please email your CV to or call 01772 208964