1414 head of service jobs found

Outside IR35 | 12 month contract | Meaningful impact | Service transformation | Collaborative leadership | Child-centred improvement This Interim Head of Service: Improvement opportunity offers the chance to lead meaningful change across Children's Social Care and help shape services that improve outcomes for children, young people, and families. If you are an experienced Head of Service, senior social work leader, or Children's Services improvement specialist, this role offers genuine influence at a strategic level. As an Interim Head of Service: Improvement, you will work closely with senior leaders, practitioners, partners, and government colleagues to drive sustainable improvement. You'll have the autonomy to lead transformation programmes, service redesign, and practice development within a supportive and ambitious environment Package & Benefits: • £500 per day. • Outside IR35. • 12-month interim agency contract. • Accommodation available at candidate cost....

Job Title: Interim Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead Location: Hybrid Working Role Purpose A public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead to deliver a key workstream within its wider transformation programme. This newly created role has been established following an independent review that identified opportunities to reduce third-party spend and improve value for money. The successful candidate will lead a programme of spend reviews, identify savings opportunities, and work with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver measurable financial benefits. The role requires a senior transformation professional with strong commercial and procurement knowledge, capable of advising on the resources, governance, and organisational changes needed to ensure successful delivery. Key Responsibilities * Lead the delivery of a Third Party Spend Reduction Programme. * Develop and manage a rolling...

Head of Environment & Neighbourhood Quality Portsmouth / Havant area 2-3 days a week in the office Either a 6-month fixed term or 6 months temporary, £82,680 salary This role is fundamental to delivering all aspects of our client's corporate strategy and delivery plan, and is responsible for the strategic direction, leadership, and operational delivery of a diverse range of public protection and community services. The successful post holder will play a pivotal role in driving both service improvements and performance as well as ensuring delivery of strategic outcomes, within the context of financial sustainability. The Head of Service is instrumental to driving the ambition, innovation and efficiency of this service. Success of the postholder will be down to team and partnership working as well as strong and effective leadership that inspires staff and others to achieve, working closely with the wider Neighbourhoods service leaders. As the Head of Environment and...

Corporate Debt Manager Location: Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in Wood Green) Contract: 6 months (potential extension) Rate: Competitive (DOE) Aatom Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Corporate Debt Manager on behalf of a local authority. This role will lead the management of Sundry Debt, Adult Social Care (ASC), and Housing Benefit Overpayment collection. Key Responsibilities * Lead the delivery of the Council’s Income and Debt Recovery Service * Manage overall operational performance, including oversight of direct reports and team members * Review current processes and systems, making recommendations to improve income collection across key debt streams * Support and lead on debt management within the Council’s ERP replacement project * Produce statutory and financial returns, including the management of write-offs across the Council * Provide performance data, including recovery rates and debtor analysis * Offer professional advice on debt...

Rate: £550 - £650/day (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid Contract Length: 3-6 Months Initial Contract About the Role We are urgently seeking a strategic and operational leader to oversee the Revenues and Benefits service for our dynamic unitary authority. In this pivotal interim role, you will provide expert technical leadership, manage the Collection Fund, and ensure the seamless delivery of Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, and Local Council Tax Support. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Direct and mentor a large multi-disciplinary team, driving performance, compliance, and financial stability across all service areas. Collection Fund Management: Take strategic ownership of billing, collection, and recovery activities for Council Tax and Business Rates. Benefits & Welfare: Oversee the prompt and accurate administration of Housing Benefits, LCTS, and discretionary hardship schemes, ensuring vital support reaches vulnerable residents. Financial...

Interim Head of Revenues and Benefits Location: Hybrid (office attendance across CBC typically once per week) Contract: 3 months (with potential extension) Agency: Aatom Recruitment Aatom Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Interim Head of Revenues and Benefits to work on behalf of a local authority. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior leader to oversee a high-performing service and drive transformation across a complex and vital function. The Role As Interim Head of Revenues and Benefits, you will lead the full scope of statutory services, including Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support (LCTS), and Corporate Fraud. You will act as the Council’s lead expert on Revenues and Benefits legislation, advising senior stakeholders and ensuring strong performance, compliance, and financial stability. A key focus of the role will be the collection fund, alongside policy development and service transformation. Key...

Interim Head of Revenues and Benefits Location: Hybrid (office attendance across CBC typically once per week) Contract: 3 months (with potential extension) Agency: Aatom Recruitment Aatom Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Interim Head of Revenues and Benefits to work on behalf of a local authority. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior leader to oversee a high-performing service and drive transformation across a complex and vital function. The Role As Interim Head of Revenues and Benefits, you will lead the full scope of statutory services, including Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support (LCTS), and Corporate Fraud. You will act as the Council’s lead expert on Revenues and Benefits legislation, advising senior stakeholders and ensuring strong performance, compliance, and financial stability. A key focus of the role will be the collection fund, alongside policy development and service transformation. Key...

We are currently looking for an experienced Head of Revenue and Benefits to lead a high-performing Revenues and Benefits service. This Head of Revenue and Benefits role will oversee Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support and Corporate Fraud functions. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across the service, driving collection fund performance, policy development, service transformation and legislative compliance. This Head of Revenue and Benefits position requires office attendance 1 day per week and would suit someone with extensive Head of Service experience within a Revenues and Benefits environment. The Role - Leading Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support and Corporate Fraud services. - Managing collection fund performance and service budgets. - Leading the annual review of the Local Council Tax Support/Reduction Scheme. - Driving service transformation and improvement initiatives....

Neighbourhood Service Manager 📍 Coventry (Hybrid - Up to 2/3 Days Office Based) 💰 £40.81 LTD per hour (£34.88 PAYE Inclusive) 🕒 Full Time 📅 3 Month Contract (Potential Extension) 🚨 Immediate Start Available We are currently recruiting for an experienced Neighbourhood Service Manager to join a leading social housing provider on an interim basis. This is a senior leadership role overseeing a large and busy housing management service covering approximately 16,000 homes. The successful candidate will play a key role in stabilising services, driving performance, and supporting frontline teams to deliver excellent neighbourhood management services. Additional support and onboarding will be provided by the Head of Neighbourhood Services to ensure a smooth transition into the role. The Role You will lead multiple operational housing teams, ensuring high standards of tenancy and neighbourhood management across a large housing portfolio. Key responsibilities include: • Leading and...

Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Podiatrist in Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust to join the Podiatry Department at Amersham Hospital. In this role, you will be responsible for providing professional and clinical leadership in the strategic development, planning, and operational delivery of podiatry wound care services across both primary and secondary care settings in Buckinghamshire. You will act as a key source of expertise in wound care, managing the holistic assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with complex wound care conditions. You will also be responsible for delivering evidence-based podiatry interventions and clinical advice aimed at reducing the need for acute interventions, while supporting patients to maintain mobility, independence, and overall wellbeing. Main duties of the job As an Advanced Podiatrist, you will be working collaboratively with the Head of Service, Podiatry Leads, and a wider team of healthcare...

Detailed Job Description Head of Resident Services An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Resident Services to join a highly respected Housing Association committed to improving lives and ending homelessness. This role offers the opportunity to lead a critical operational service responsible for maintaining and improving housing assets while ensuring residents receive a high-quality, customer-focused service. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the successful candidate will take ownership of Property Services, Repairs and Maintenance, Asset Management, Building Safety Compliance and Cleaning Services across the Association's housing portfolio. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Property Services team, ensuring delivery of an effective and customer-focused service. Oversee responsive repairs, planned maintenance, cyclical maintenance programmes and major works projects. Develop and implement long-term asset management strategies to...

This is a remote role with flexible location. Interim Head of Sexual Health Services (Consultant – GMC Specialist Register). Genitourinary Medicine (GUM), STI management, contraception, HIV care. My client is a leading heath provider looking for a highly experienced medical professional to take the lead on a national service design & mobilisation project, to prepare the organisation to launch their sexual health services. You will hold GMC registration with inclusion on the Specialist Register, and have consultant-level experience within Genitourinary Medicine / Sexual Health. You will assume strategic leadership for the new services across the organisation, reviewing service delivery models and developing innovative sexual health strategies aligned with evidence based practice. They have a range of established health services and the new sexual health services will be both embedded within existing services and offered as standalone services across England. Clinical...

This is a remote role with flexible location. Interim Head of Sexual Health Services (Consultant – GMC Specialist Register). Genitourinary Medicine (GUM), STI management, contraception, HIV care. My client is a leading heath provider looking for a highly experienced medical professional to take the lead on a national service design & mobilisation project, to prepare the organisation to launch their sexual health services. You will hold GMC registration with inclusion on the Specialist Register, and have consultant-level experience within Genitourinary Medicine / Sexual Health. You will assume strategic leadership for the new services across the organisation, reviewing service delivery models and developing innovative sexual health strategies aligned with evidence based practice. They have a range of established health services and the new sexual health services will be both embedded within existing services and offered as standalone services across England. Clinical...

This is a remote role with flexible location. Interim Head of Sexual Health Services (Consultant – GMC Specialist Register). Genitourinary Medicine (GUM), STI management, contraception, HIV care. My client is a leading heath provider looking for a highly experienced medical professional to take the lead on a national service design & mobilisation project, to prepare the organisation to launch their sexual health services. You will hold GMC registration with inclusion on the Specialist Register, and have consultant-level experience within Genitourinary Medicine / Sexual Health. You will assume strategic leadership for the new services across the organisation, reviewing service delivery models and developing innovative sexual health strategies aligned with evidence based practice. They have a range of established health services and the new sexual health services will be both embedded within existing services and offered as standalone services across England. Clinical...

To provide high quality and solution focused legal services to the City Council, schools and other clients in one of the following teams: * Child Protection * Commercial Law * Property and Regeneration * Adult Social Care and Litigation * Planning and Regulatory Law To be a senior advisor and representative in an area of legal specialism including complex, high profile and sensitive matters. To be able to provide advice on other legal matters affecting local authorities. To manage and develop lawyers and other fee earners. To support the head of law and legal management team in the management of the service. Directly Responsible For: * Lawyers and other team members * Trainee Lawyers allocated to the team Directly Responsible To: * Head of Law Main Areas of Responsibility: * To undertake a full caseload of complex and often sensitive legal matters within one or more specialisms of the team and dealing with complex and sensitive matters * To provide...

Our client has an opportunity for a SCC Database Manager to join them on a contract basis for 6 months with possible extension. You will be performing database maintenance and update activities. Role: SCC Database Manager Location: Chippenham, Oxfordshire - fully onsite 5 days per week Hours: 37 per week Clearance: SC required on application. UK Eyes Only due to project Hourly Rate: Up to £41.71 per hour via an umbrella company, inside IR35 What you'll be doing: Perform database maintenance and update activities Implement database changes as requested through change management procedures Release new databases on system Maintain database change control documentation Perform routine data and software backup and archiving activities Perform routine system maintenance and housekeeping activities to ensure optimum performance Diagnose and rectify system failures Re-start subsystems to recover from failures Support the Software Manager in system, software and database...

Your new company The OrganisationThis is an opportunity to join a large, values-driven public sector organisation at the heart of its community. Committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive services, the organisation is on an ambitious journey to modernise how it supports its people. With a strong focus on innovation, wellbeing, and continuous improvement, it is investing in digital and AI-enabled transformation to create smarter, more efficient, and user-centred services. Collaboration, integrity, and accountability sit at the core of its culture, alongside a deep commitment to equality, sustainability, and ethical practice. Your new role Quick overview: My client has an exciting digital transformation programme in process and in this pivotal post you will be leading the HR and OD in their transformation team. You will be their HR & OD specialist, which will include some elements of both change management and ER work in a unionised and complex environment. This role will...

Employee Relations Advisor Certain Advantage is hiring for an Employee Relations Advisor based in Exeter. This role is on a 6-month contract basis and is hybrid, with 1 day per week on site. The Role This role is for a dynamic Employee Relations Advisor—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be a trusted ER expert, providing specialist guidance and leading on complex employee relations matters across the organisation. You’ll be responsible for: Leading the Employee Relations function and providing expert advice on complex ER cases, including escalations up to Employment Tribunal level. Supervising casework activity and driving best-practice approaches across the ER service. Building strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Trade Union representatives and external service providers. Supporting and developing line managers through coaching, guidance and capability building. Driving continuous improvement initiatives through people metrics, reporting...

Part-Time Receptionist – Cambuslang £13.00 - £14.00 per hour 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract Start Date: ASAP Contract End Date: 18th December 2026 We are looking for a reliable and professional Part-Time Receptionist to join a leading construction firm based in Cambuslang on a 6-month fixed-term contract. We are looking for a friendly, well presented and polite person to cover the reception desk of this professional office environment. Someone who is a welcoming, first point of contact for visitors and phone calls. You will liaise with a variety of visitors, office staff, drivers and site staff as they come and go from this head office. Working Hours * Monday to Friday * 8:00am – 12:00pm * 20 hours per week Key Responsibilities * Managing and covering the reception desk * Welcoming visitors and directing them appropriately * Answering incoming telephone calls and transferring them to the relevant departments * Handling and coordinating parcel and delivery...

On behalf of our client, we are looking for an Operations Coordinator to join them on a permanent basis. As the Operations Coordinator you will be working in a busy operations department within a strong team working environment. Role: Operations Coordinator Pay: On Application Location: South West London Hours: 40 hours per week, working shifts covering hours 06:30 - 23:00 including weekends Status: Permanent Start Date: Mid-Late August Key Responsibilities Acceptance and processing of flight bookings, management of daily flying programme and liaison with internal departmental functions (air traffic control and airside handling) in the planning and safe functioning of heliport operations. Management of front of house and airside security control Liaison with customer-operators, their aircrew and support staff and passenger care. Safe management and care of passengers and their belongings to and from airside in cooperation with heliport RFFS Airside Handling team. Liaison...