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Executive Director of Adults & Health - Thurrock Council
Salary: up to £159,900
Thurrock Council is moving forward with determination, confidence, and purpose. We acknowledge the challenges of the past, but our focus is firmly on the future, one where we deliver public services that the people of Thurrock deserve. With strong leadership, a commitment to innovation, and clear ambition, we are building a council that puts residents first, driving sustainable improvement and delivering better outcomes for all.
We are seeking an Executive Director of Adults and Health to play a pivotal role in delivering our corporate ambitions, particularly in strengthening health outcomes, independence, and wellbeing across Thurrock. Acting as the statutory Director of Adult Social Services (DASS), you will oversee Adult Social Care, Public Health, and Community Services. Your leadership will build on solid foundations to drive proactive, integrated, and forward-thinking services that place residents at the heart of delivery.
Our priorities for Adults and Health are clear and this is an opportunity to be a key architect of change in a council that is improving day by day. But this role is about much more than delivering excellent services. You will be a team player, working closely with other members of the senior leadership team to break down siloes and demonstrate a one council approach, pulling together to deliver on the council’s strategic priorities.
We are looking for a dynamic and ambitious leader who can translate vision into delivery. You will bring significant experience in adult social care, health, or a related field at a senior level, with a proven track record of improving outcomes. You will have a strong understanding of integrated health systems, partnership working, and the opportunities for place-based delivery. Financial acumen will be key, along with the ability to drive sustainable and innovative service redesign, including harnessing digital channels to enhance efficiency.
You will be a passionate advocate for Thurrock’s residents, ensuring that our services are proactive, person-centred, and responsive to need, while driving innovation to tackle long-term challenges.
If you are ready to lead in a dynamic, forward-thinking council on a journey of recovery and transformation and want to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you.
For further details and to apply, please contact:
Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or email: amin.aziz@penna.com
Carol Coyle on 07500 887849 or email: carol.coyle@penna.com
Closing date: 23:59 Sunday 23rd February 2025
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Salary up to £125,565
Thurrock Council is moving forward with determination, confidence, and purpose. We acknowledge the challenges of the past, but our focus is firmly on the future—one where we deliver public services that the people of Thurrock deserve. With strong leadership, a commitment to innovation, and clear ambition, we are building a council that puts residents first, driving sustainable improvement and delivering better outcomes for all.
As our Director of Public Health, you will be at the forefront of this transformation, leading across the three domains of public health; health improvement, health protection, and healthcare public health. This is a unique opportunity to influence population health in Thurrock, ensuring the integration of public health priorities into all aspects of the Council’s work. Your role will be pivotal in tackling health inequalities, promoting healthier lifestyles, and supporting the borough’s ambitious regeneration plans to deliver long-term prosperity and wellbeing.
To succeed, you’ll need to be a visionary and authentic leader who thrives in complex systems. You will bring a track record of strategic leadership, a deep understanding of health systems, and the ability to work collaboratively across council services, health and care partnerships, and the voluntary sector. You will drive forward integration, champion innovation, and ensure that public health underpins everything we do as a council, from regeneration to local government reform.
This is a demanding role. It requires resilience, creativity, and a genuine passion for making a difference. In return, you will have the full support of Commissioners, Members and the Senior Leadership Team to help you succeed. Together, we will ensure that Thurrock delivers the public health outcomes its residents deserve.
The Director of Public Health reports to the Executive Director of Adults and Health and will work closely with other Executive Directors.
If you are ready to take on this challenge and lead with impact, we want to hear from you. For more information and to apply, please visit www.futurethurrock.co.uk
Call our recruitment partner, Penna for a confidential discussion:
Ali Tasker on 07514 728114 or email: ali.tasker@penna.com
Nick Raper on 07715 690463 or email: nick.raper@penna.com
Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 23rd February 2025
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