Head of Service

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Interim Head of Community Learning Disability Team (CLDT) Location: Royal Borough of Greenwich, London

Contract: Interim (Agency)
Hours: 35 per week (09:00–17:00)
Rate: Negotiable (Inside IR35)

About the Role The Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to take on the role of Interim Head of Community Learning Disability Team (CLDT) within Adult Services.
This is a senior leadership opportunity to shape and influence the future direction of Community Learning Disability Services, driving innovation, integration, and improved outcomes for adults with learning disabilities.
Purpose of the Role Reporting to the Assistant Director, you will:

Provide strategic leadership to shape the future delivery of CLDT services
Lead on service design and transformation, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective provision
Develop integrated service models that reduce inequalities and improve health and wellbeing outcomes
Oversee operational delivery, performance, and financial management of the service
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safe practice, and value for money
Ensure service user voice and co-production are embedded in service development
Build strong partnerships across health, social care, and wider stakeholders
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage multidisciplinary teams within Community Learning Disability Services
Drive strategic planning and transformation programmes
Ensure compliance with statutory frameworks, best practice, and governance standards
Manage budgets and resources effectively
Support and develop staff, maintaining high morale and performance
Influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders across the system
Address inequalities and improve access to services
Requirements
Proven experience at Head of Service / Senior Leadership level within Adult Social Care or Health
Strong background in Learning Disability services (CLDT)
Demonstrable experience in service transformation and integration
Excellent understanding of Adult Social Care legislation and policy
Experience managing budgets, performance, and complex services
Strong leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
What We’re Looking For
A strategic thinker with the ability to drive change
Strong leadership and people management capability
Experience working in complex, multi-agency environments
Commitment to person-centred, inclusive, and outcome-focused services
Ability to deliver under pressure in an interim capacity
Additional Information
This role is Inside IR35
Rate is negotiable – minium base £46.05 paye exclusive of holiday pay or £57.93 LTD inclusive of holiday pay 

Please email your CV to delanie.heyes@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208964

About the Company

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