Director of Adult Social Care
Stoke-on-Trent City Council
Salary £111,136 to £116,521
Stoke-on-Trent is a unique place, forged through its industrial past, built on layers of enterprise and craftsmanship, and with a strong sense of personal and collective identity.
As we move into the next stage of the transformation journey for our Adult Care Services following our recent ‘Good’ assessment, these roles will guide a motivated workforce in building on our strengths while addressing the areas highlighted for improvement to meet the needs of our residents.
THE ROLE
The Director of Adult Social Care will lead operational delivery across a portfolio of safeguarding, prevention, neighbourhood health and care, hospital pathways and provider services, driving quality and performance to support people to live independently. Working closely with elected members, council officers, health partners and other agencies, you will sit at the heart of a network developing integrated approaches to health and social care, promoting co-production, and building strategic alliances at local, regional, and national levels.
If you are a visionary leader with the ambition to make a tangible impact on this city, we’d love to hear from you.
INFORMATION
For more information contact Tim Farr 07756 293292 / tim.farr@starfishsearch.com) or or Emily Lockwood on 0113 3607612 / emily.lockwood@starfishsearch.com. Use the 'Click Here' button below to visit the Team Stoke website and learn more.
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Closing Date: Sunday 22nd February 2026
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How to apply
To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:
- Your CV (no more than three sides of A4).
- A supporting statement (no more than three sides of A4) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria.
If our client is a member of the Disability Confident Scheme and you would like to apply under the scheme, please state that clearly at the top of your supporting statement, along with any adjustments you require to be made if invited for interview.
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