Interim Assistant Director Adult Social Care

Location Northampton
Job type Contract
Salary up to £875
Reference 232629

JOB-20240819-db742659

Interim Assistant Director Adult Social Care Role in Northampton, earning up to £875 a day on a daily salary, promises a rewarding challenge. This is an initial 3-month contract for a seasoned senior leader in Adult Social Care, ideally someone who thrives in fast-paced environments. Hybrid working is offered, with a requirement to be onsite three days a week, ensuring you remain connected to the heart of operations while enjoying the benefits of flexibility.

Embrace the flexibility and variety of locum work — this interim role not only provides a generous salary but adds a dynamic element to your career. Plus, working in Northampton means you're in a vibrant town with plenty to offer, from its rich history to excellent transport links.

What you will do:

  • Integrate Occupational Health into the social care framework
  • Mobilise Liquid Logic systems for enhanced efficiency
  • Redesign a nursing home to transform it into a care service
  • Focus on reducing times for urgent emergency care
  • Promote and expand the Shared Lives programme
  • Develop a comprehensive internal day service strategy
  • Ensure a detailed audit of safeguarding case files
  • Oversee the social work strategy's implementation
  • Manage learning disabilities programmes effectively
  • Deliver analytics for predicting people who are at risk of falling, driving preventative strategies


Perks and benefits:

  • Locum job: Enjoy the freedom and diverse opportunities that come with locum work, allowing you to experience a range of environments and challenges.
  • Networking opportunities: Connect with professionals across the industry, opening doors to future career prospects.
  • Skills development: Rapidly enhance your skills with hands-on experience in a high-impact role.
  • Flexibility: Balance work with personal life through hybrid working options.
  • Great pay rates: Earn a competitive salary that recognises your expertise without the long-term commitment of a permanent role.


We are looking for an experienced senior leader within Adult Social Care who is available to start as soon as possible and make a significant impact. You must have experience at a minimum of Assistant Director level and be confident in mobilising new systems and strategies swiftly. If you hold the registration with Social Work England and have the right to work in the UK, this is your chance to lead with purpose.

Northampton is a superb place to live and work with its vibrant culture and rich history. Not only is it conveniently located with excellent transport links, but it also offers a variety of leisure activities and stunning countryside. Join us in Northampton, where opportunity meets quality of life.

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