Pathway Lead – East
Primary Location: Lime Grove Cottage, Lowton
Hours: 39 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £54,725.67 - £61,390.82 per annum
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate leader to join our leadership team within Pathways East.
The Pathway Lead is a pivotal role providing senior operational and quality leadership across our Pathway services, ensuring exceptional standards of care and compliance.
Working closely with the Head of Pathways, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering services that are safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-led.
Key Responsibilities
Hold the registration for our Children’s residential service within the Pathway – Lime Grove Cottage
Provide leadership and oversight across other designated Pathway services – The Orchards and Lime House
Drive continuous improvement in quality, safety and outcomes
Ensure compliance with:
CQC Single Assessment Framework
Ofsted Social Care Common Inspection Framework
Statutory safeguarding requirements
Local authority commissioning standards
Champion a positive culture focused on high-quality care and strong outcomes for service users
About You
We are looking for a strong and inspirational leader who:
Has significant experience in children’s social care or regulated services
Has a proven track record in leadership, service delivery, and quality improvement
Demonstrates strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (CQC / Ofsted)
Is passionate about delivering outstanding care and outcomes
Can effectively lead, motivate, and develop teams
Why Join Us?
Make a meaningful impact on the lives of adults, children and young people
Be part of a forward-thinking and supportive leadership team
Opportunity to shape and influence service delivery at a senior level
Work within a values-driven organisation committed to high-quality care
Benefits
Fully funded training and development opportunities.
Competitive benefits including Life Insurance, Medicash Scheme, Pension, Blue Light Card, and access to discounts.
Access to Financial Wellbeing via Wagestream
Starting on 33 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing by one additional day a year – capped at 38 days
Enhanced DBS check paid for and maintained on the update service.
Career progression opportunities within a values-driven organisation
How to Apply
To apply for this position please complete an online application form. Alternatively, please send a copy of your current CV and a covering statement to
Closing date
Closing date for applications will be 14th July 2026
Interviews
Interview dates to be confirmed
Our Values–iACCORD
We live and work by our values:
Integrity | Ambition | Courage | Compassion | Optimism | Respect | Dignity
These guide everything we do, every day – with heart, purpose, and positivity
