London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham
Head of Service: Complex Care   
£71,763 – £95,952 per annum

We are seeking an ambitious Head of Complex Care to take on a senior leadership role at the heart of our Adult Social Care improvement plan. Leading services for Older Adults and Adults with physical disabilities, you will ensure that those receiving care and support benefit from high-quality and safe care interventions that promote independence and enhance overall wellbeing. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of complex care across the vibrant and diverse borough of Hammersmith & Fulham, working collaboratively with partners and communities to deliver better outcomes for people.

Reporting to the Assistant Director (Independent Living and Neighbourhoods)
 

• Lead and deliver on the key objectives outlined in the Transformation and Improvement Plan that relate to the Complex Care teams in Adult Social Care.

• Ensure robust financial management of the team’s staffing and care budget, ensuring appropriate authorisations are adhered to, and that services provide value for money.
• Be responsible for the overall performance of the complex operational social work teams and ensuring managers and staff deliver against key performance indicators.
• Lead on the professional development of social workers, ensuring that staff recruitment and retention are effective and appropriate for students, social workers and social work managers to attract, develop and retain the workforce.
• Lead the practice that recognises the strengths of individuals and our communities, ensuring the person requiring support is at the centre of all decision-making.
• Lead on the development of policy/guidance for adult social care from an operational and/or strategic perspective

• Work with the DASS, Assistant Directors, Heads of Service, Principal Social Worker for Adults and Lead Member, giving professional advice on complex problems, ensuring they are well briefed on emerging national and local social work issues.
• Lead on learnings from best practice to be shared across the service and partner agencies
• Advise the AD/ DASS on complex safeguarding cases, ensuring statutory responsibilities are discharged effectively.
• Attend regional and national forums, advising the organisation of developments in adult social work practice and influencing a wider agenda.

If you’re ready to make a real impact and lasting difference and would like a confidential discussion regarding the role, please get in touch with Clare Howard at Hamptons to discuss the opportunity further.
Tel: 01926 354 602
Email: clare@hamptonsresourcing.com

Full job description and organisational structure chart available on request.
How to apply:
To apply, please click the link below. When applying, please ensure that you provide the following information:

• Your CV
• Supporting statement (no more than 2 sides)

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 28^th September