Director of Children’s Services (Full Time)

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Director of Children’s Services

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Salary

£136,250 to £155,439 per annum

Expires

25/10/2026

Location

Somerset, Somerset

Job Type

Full Time

This is a rare opportunity to build on significant progress and shape the future of children’s services in North Somerset. Following a period of sustained improvement, we are looking for an ambitious, values-led leader to take us to the next stage of our journey.

As our statutory Director of Children’s Services and a key member of the Corporate Leadership Team, you will lead across education, SEND, safeguarding and early help, while helping drive wider organisational transformation and financial resilience.

We are open to an exceptional step-up candidate with the leadership presence, financial acumen and partnership skills to succeed. More than anything, we want a collaborative leader who brings people with them, embraces challenge and is excited by the opportunities devolution and system-wide change present.

Join a high-performing team, a supportive council and a place with genuine ambition for children and young people.

• Closing Date for applications: Midnight on Sunday 25th October
• Company: North Somerset Council
• Salary: £136,250 to £155,439 per annum
• Location: Somerset, Somerset
• Sector: Corporate Services
• Sector: Corporate Management Team
• Sector: Health and Social Care
• Job Role: Director