Head of Service - Residential Childrens Homes

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We’re seeking a dynamic leader to oversee Derbyshire’s residential children’s homes, including provision for disabled children.

As the named Responsible Individual with Ofsted, you’ll drive strategic planning, quality assurance, and continuous improvement across our estate. You’ll champion the interests of children in care, lead a skilled team of Residential Operations Managers, and Registered Managers and ensure our homes deliver outstanding care and outcomes for our children.

This role demands strong leadership, regulatory expertise, and a commitment to inclusive, child-centred practice. This role offers the opportunity to shape high-quality, inclusive care environments, develop skilled teams, and champion the voices of our children across our corporate parenting partnership.

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Provisional Interview Date : 10th October 2025

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.