Director of Children’s Social Care Reform and Professional Standards

Lancashire County Council is seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to drive the transformation of Children’s Social Care and lead the implementation of the families first programme.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the strategic design, planning, and delivery of the families first programme.
• Provide visionary leadership for quality assurance, inspection and safeguarding, early help, and professional standards.
• Work collaboratively with partners across police, health, education, and other agencies to embed reforms and deliver improved outcomes.
• Ensure operational and workforce implications are fully considered in all reforms.
• Deputise for the Director of Children’s Social Care at senior forums and statutory boards.

About You

• Proven track record of senior leadership in children’s services, with experience of delivering large-scale change and innovation.
• Extensive knowledge of children’s social care legislation and Ofsted regulatory standards.
• Experience of building effective partnerships and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to operate effectively within political environments.

Longlisting – Thursday 9th April 2026Interviews – Wednesday 15th April 2026

Closing Date: 05/04/2026

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