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Strategic Director Adult Social Services

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Manchester, New Hampshire, United Kingdom Manchester City Council Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Manchester is a city that leads from the front. Known worldwide for its culture, sporting success and diversity, it's also a pioneer in public service reform, reshaping services in ways that influence thinking far beyond our boundaries. Few areas show this more clearly than in Adult Social Care.

Our current DASS, Bernie Enright, retires in March 2026, leaving a legacy of compassion and innovation, from the award-winning "Better Outcomes, Better Lives programme" to embedding neighbourhood-based integrated care through the Manchester Local Care Organisation. Under her leadership, Manchester became a national exemplar for partnership working and she leaves behind an extraordinary career dedicated to improving lives.

THE ROLE
Now, we're seeking an exceptional successor to shape the future. As our next Strategic Director of Adult Social Services, you'll hold statutory responsibility for Adult Social Care, lead transformation across the system, and set the strategic direction for two newly created Director roles. You'll be at the heart of Manchester's Corporate Leadership Team, working with political leaders, partners and communities to deliver the next chapter of reform.

This is a role of national significance. We're looking for a leader with vision, authority and resilience, who can inspire confidence locally and contribute to the national debate on the future of social care. Above all, you'll share our belief that every Manchester resident should be able to live with dignity, independence and connection.

This is your chance to shape one of the country's most dynamic health and care systems in one of Europe's most ambitious cities.

TO APPLY
To find out more information and to apply please visit
Starfish Search
or call our advising consultants: Tom Ripley , Tim Farr or Luke Judd

For more information Home - Leading in Manchester

TIMELINE
Closing date: Sunday 9th November 2025

Longlist meeting: Thursday 13th November 2025

Preliminary interviews: Monday 17th and Thursday 20th November 2025

Final interviews: Wednesday 3rd December 2025

We're the local council for one of the UK's most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it's strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you'll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester Is Our Vision For a Fairer, Greener, And Healthier City - a Vision Shaped By The People Of Manchester. It Guides Everything We Do At The Council And Is Brought To Life Through The Our Manchester Behaviours

  • We take time to listen and understand
  • We work together and trust each other
  • We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
  • We 'own it' and we're not afraid to try new things
  • We're proud and passionate about Manchester

Benefits We Offer

  • Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
  • A buzzing pension - You'll be enrolled in the UK's largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
  • Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
  • Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
  • Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
  • A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
  • Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council
At Manchester City Council, we're dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

  • Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
  • Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme
Requirements
We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

  • Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans
  • Current or former care leavers
  • Have a disability or long-term condition
  • If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programme

If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the Supporting Statement section of your application.
When You Join Us
We're a Disability Confident Employer, Offering

  • A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
  • Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
  • A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email

What We Will Need From You If You're Successful
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Pre-Employment Checks
Required
If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you've applied for. As a guide, these checks may include:

  • Proof of Right to Work: You'll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
  • References: We'll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
  • Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required.
  • Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
  • Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we'll need evidence of your valid driving licence.

These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.

Other Relevant Information
We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we'll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached.

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