Drive Change. Shape Lives. Lead Boldly.

This is a defining moment for Leeds as we recruit to a transformative leadership role in our Adults & Health Directorate. We’re looking for a leader with the energy, ambition, and vision to help shape the future of adult social care in one of the UK’s most dynamic and diverse cities.

Leeds has a strong track record of strengths-based, community-led practice, and nationally recognised partnerships with care, health, and the voluntary sector – exemplified by our innovative Home First Programme. At the same time, we also face significant challenges, including a growing complexity of care needs and operating against the backdrop of a national funding crisis.

Reporting to the Deputy Director for Social Work and Social Care Services, this role oversees a broad range of adult social care services, including care homes, a mental health unit, extra care housing, a joint equipment service and Telecare. You’ll manage two Service Delivery Managers, significant budgets, and lead partnerships with Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust and Leeds and York Partnership Foundation Trust. Early priorities include delivering on a digital / technology enabled care offer.

We’re seeking an ambitious, energetic leader ready to take on a large operational portfolio and drive change. We’re looking for a dynamic, proactive leader with the energy and vision to drive transformation and bring fresh ideas.

Leeds City Council is a great place to work – we are a supportive employer with a stable political base and committed members, who value their staff and encourage creativity. We need bold leaders who can turn pressure into progress. You’ll be joining a forward-thinking leadership team, with a real appetite for innovation, inclusion and improvement. This is your chance to shape the future of adult social care in a city that truly values it.

If you want to make a real impact at scale, join us and be the change Leeds needs.