Overview
Job Description
Director of Adult Social Care
We are looking for a confident and visionary leader to shape the future of adult social care in Wiltshire. If you are passionate about delivering positive outcomes for adults and have the drive to lead transformation, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
You will already be operating at a senior level, with a strong background in adult care, safeguarding, and housing. You will bring strategic insight, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to lead with integrity in a complex and evolving environment.
Rated GOOD by CQC, Wiltshire is on a journey of ambitious transformation. Our staff and leadership have been recognised for their passion and commitment, and we are looking for someone who can build on this strong foundation.
Your role will be central to delivering high-quality, person-centred services. You will use data and evidence to enhance performance, ensure quality, and lead innovation with pace and purpose. You will also champion prevention and early intervention, working in partnership to maximise independence and opportunity for adults across the county.
As Director, you will inspire and support your teams, manage risk with confidence, and create a positive, inclusive culture where people thrive. You will be a visible leader who listens, challenges the status quo, and puts the voices of those we support at the heart of everything we do.
If you are ready to lead with ambition and make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you – Director of Adult Social Care – Wiltshire Executive Recruitment
Applications open: Monday 8 September
Applications close: Sunday 5 October
Preliminary interviews: Thursday 16 October
Shortlisting: Thursday 16 October
Interviews: Thursday 13 and Friday 14 November
For this role, please direct all applications to Tom Ripley (07701 217520) or Emily Lockwood (0113 360 7612) at Starfish Search or visit www.starfishsearch.com/job-search
This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.
Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity .
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion .
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.
