Head of Adult Social Care - Early Help and Prevention service
| Posting date: | 15 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £60,100 to £78,500 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Excellent Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 August 2025 |
| Location: | Kent, ME1 2BL |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Charles Hunter Associates Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | TM15072025_1752591591 |
Summary
A recently CQC 'Good' rated, Kent-based Local Authority is looking for a Head of Service for Early Help and Prevention service with their Adults services.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE A QUALIFICATION IN SOCIAL WORK OR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
You will be responsible for leading the strategic and operational aspects of the 'front door' service, ensuring it is managed and delivered in a manner that maximises independence and enables people to live as ordinary a life as possible. You will make the best use of all available resources, including the community and voluntary sector, family, and informal carers.
You will have an extensive experience in leading and managing Adult Social Care services, a strong understanding of operational systems and relevant legislation and excellent collaboration and partnership skills.
Benefits for you:
- Salary up to £78,500 per annum
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Progression Opportunities
- Local government pension scheme
Please follow the instructions on this website, or contact Tom McKenna on 07587 031100 or email tmckenna@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details
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