Pay Level: SML 14 Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: Full time Location: Slough Transform lives. Shape the future. Lead extraordinary change. Slough Borough Council's challenges are well documented, but there's been much less coverage of our recovery and improvement journey. With a new permanent leadership team in place and great progress already made, there are still mountains to climb. That's why we're looking for an extraordinary Director of Adult Social Care to join us for what will undoubtedly be the biggest and most rewarding challenge of their career. What you’ll be doing: Leading a team of 190 staff with a £41m budget, you'll be at the heart of our new offer to communities. Reporting to our Executive Director (recently promoted from within), you'll drive innovation and new ways of working with a forensic focus on best value, while ensuring front-line practice remains consistently strong and service user-centred. What you’ll have: Essential experience: Transformational Leadership: Proven track record of leading change within adult social care and at organisational level Strategic Financial Management: Experience managing finance, risk and performance in demand-led, resource-constrained services Partnership Excellence: Multi-agency working experience with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills You'll be a registered social worker with expert knowledge of Care Act legislation and CQC standards, plus the authentic leadership style needed during challenging times. Why Slough? Slough is a place where you can shape services and leave a legacy. We're seeking exceptional candidates prepared to take calculated risks to make a real difference to residents' lives. "As Executive Director who was promoted internally after celebrating my first year at Slough Borough Council, I am immensely proud of our service, workforce commitment and strong partnerships. I'm looking for the right person to drive forward further improvements, building upon our strengths to empower residents to live well and age well". David Coleman-Groom, DASS What we offer: We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months service in the post, until the maximum spinal column point of the level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your Director. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide: 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years’ service and 33 days after 5 years’ service. The Local Government Pension Scheme We offer a wider range of great benefits including: Flexible and hybrid working options to promote work-life balance Our commitment to equality and diversity through a range of employee networks Wellbeing initiatives Tax - free childcare and childcare services Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to & from work. Right to Work: All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact Recruitment@slough.gov.uk before submitting an application. Interested? We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer and we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and we foster a workforce where people are valued, and represents the local communities that we serve. Slough Borough Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We want our application process to be open and accessible. If you wish to make your application in an alternative format, please email Recruitment@slough.gov.uk quoting the job reference – our Accessibility Statement has more information. How to Apply: Please click on the apply button below to submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you! Join our team at Slough Borough Council and help accelerate our journey of transformation and growth! The Council reserves the right to close adverts early should we receive a number of suitable applications. The closing date for applications is midnight on: Monday 30th June 2025 Interviews will be held week commencing: 14th July 2025