The Role:
We are seeking an experienced Assistant Director to lead and oversee Care Services within a dedicated organisation committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
This position is currently being offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.
The main responsibilities include deputising for the Assistant Chief Executive, promoting best practices, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, and leading strategic development of care services to support continuous improvement and organisational growth.
The successful candidate will have line management responsibility for Heads of Service, oversee quality monitoring processes, and work collaboratively to create a safe, nurturing environment for all service users.
About You:
The ideal applicant will possess substantial management experience within regulated children’s services or supported accommodation settings.
You will demonstrate strong leadership and strategic planning abilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of service users.
You should be able to work calmly under pressure, develop effective professional relationships, and influence positive organisational change.
You will have your Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, or be willing to work towards this.
About the Client:
The organisation is a reputable provider of children’s residential care and supported accommodation services. It is dedicated to delivering high-quality, safe, and nurturing environments that promote growth, development, and well-being for vulnerable children and adults.
Recruitment Timeline:
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Successful applicants will be invited to an initial telephone interview with Daisy. Candidates who are successful at this stage will then be progressed to a formal interview.
The anticipated start date is mid September.
How to Apply:
Please complete the application form below and include an up-to-date CV. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Daisy at [email protected] or call 01926 695216.
Equality Statement:
Hamptons is passionate about equality and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant, regardless of your individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the recruitment process.
Please note Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK; sponsorship is NOT available.
*We aim, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within 5 working days. However, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We encourage you to please apply for any other position that you may see in the future.
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Pay: Up to £65,607.00 per year
Work Location: In person
