Be the change. Lead the future. Improve lives. Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking a visionary leader to join our senior leadership team as Group Director – Social Care & Wellbeing. You will provide strategic and operational leadership across Adult Social Care, Children’s Services, Public Health, and Wellbeing. Your key responsibilities will include: Modernising services and leading transformation at pace Ensuring care, protection, and support for the most vulnerable Overseeing major improvement programmes and leading high-performing teams Maintaining a grip on statutory duties, financial sustainability, and assurance Championing ethical leadership, innovation, and data-informed decision-making across: Adult Social Care (DASS) Children and Young People (DCS) Public Health (DPH) Transformation and integration across the health and care system Council-wide improvement programmes and new operating models We are looking for a leader who will: Deliver strategic transformation with measurable outcomes Ensure outstanding service quality and safeguarding Build and inspire high-performing, multidisciplinary teams Develop collaborative, strategic partnerships Drive financial sustainability, innovation, and technology-enabled modernisation Role-model leadership grounded in integrity, inclusivity, and the Nolan Principles Why Dudley ? We are a vibrant and growing borough with a rich history and a bright future. This is your opportunity to make a lasting difference. For more information and to apply please click the apply button. For an informal discussion about any of the roles please contact Balvinder Heran, Chief Executive via Jo Cook – joanne.cook@dudley.gov.uk The closing date for applications is midnight on 19 th June 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to assessment centres and to attend final interviews. Please indicate any periods you are unavailable. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check.