Assistant Director of Early Intervention and Neighbourhood Operational Services

Company: London Borough of Newham
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Location: London
Job Description:

Assistant Director for Early Intervention & Neighbourhood Operational Services

Salary: £77,610 – £98,436 pa

Qualified Social Worker required.

Minimum of 3 days per week in office.

About the Role

Lead frontline delivery, strengthen neighbourhood practice, drive system flow and independence.

Newham is one of London’s most dynamic boroughs. This role is key to delivering adult social care in neighbourhoods, communities and frontline services.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multi‑disciplinary teams delivering high‑quality adult social care.
  • Oversee a wide portfolio of statutory and preventative services including Access and Discharge, Hospital‑to‑Home pathways, Rapid Response, Neighbourhood Long‑Term Teams, Reablement, Occupational Therapy and support for residents facing homelessness.
  • Ensure safe operational delivery, strong partnership working, robust safeguarding arrangements and effective performance, budget and workforce management.
  • Work closely with health partners, voluntary sector colleagues and other statutory agencies to strengthen integration, improve flow and deliver better outcomes.

Qualifications

  • Qualified social worker with evidence of experience in adult social care.
  • Strong operational management experience and safeguarding confidence.
  • Leadership experience in a complex, fast‑moving environment.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to an inclusive, anti‑racist environment for all. Applications are considered on merits regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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Posted: July 9th, 2026