Head of Quality – Adult Improvement, Assurance and Reforms

Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker)

3 month contract | Start ASAP
£59.72 per hour (Umbrella)
Inside IR35
Midlands – Hybrid working (3 days on-site)

CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing 13th July 2026

Are you ready to step into a pivotal leadership role where your impact will be felt across an entire Adult Social Care function?

As Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker), you will report into senior leadership and take ownership of driving standards, safeguarding excellence, and continuous improvement across the service.

This is a high-profile opportunity where you will influence strategy, lead transformation programmes, and shape the future direction of Adult Social Care. If you’re looking for a role where your leadership truly matters, the Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker) position offers both challenge and reward from day one.

Your Role as Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker):
• Lead high-quality social work practice, setting standards and improving safeguarding outcomes
• Drive CQC readiness, audit frameworks, and continuous service improvement
• Shape workforce strategy including recruitment, retention, and wellbeing initiatives
• Oversee performance, budgets, and large-scale transformation programmes
• Represent the authority at regional and national level, championing innovation and best practice

Your previous experience as Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker):
• Proven senior leadership experience within Adult Social Care
• Strong knowledge of Care Act legislation and CQC frameworks
• Demonstrable success delivering quality assurance and service improvement
• Experience managing performance, budgets, and strategic programmes
• Qualified Social Worker with extensive Local Authority experience

This Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker) opportunity is ideal for an experienced leader who can hit the ground running and drive impactful change within a dynamic environment.

With a quick turnaround on interviews and an immediate start available, this role will move quickly, so don’t miss your chance to secure this exciting contract.

If you’re interested in the Head of Service – Improvement, Assurance and Reforms (Principal Social Worker) role, or know someone who would be a strong fit, get in touch today or apply now.

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