Tameside MBC - Strategic Director of Adult Social Care and Health

Salary: Circa £130,000

Location: Tameside Council

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (36 hours per week)

We are seeking an exceptional and forward‑thinking Strategic Director of Adult Social Care and Health to lead our vision for outstanding adult social care and public health services, to champion independence, dignity, and wellbeing for residents and to be a key system leader within local health and social care partnerships.

This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of our organisation. You will shape strategic direction, drive innovation, and ensure that our services are compassionate, sustainable, and responsive to the diverse needs of our communities. Working closely with elected members, partners, providers and our dedicated workforce, you will help us deliver integrated, person‑centred services that make a meaningful difference every day.

What you’ll lead

• Adult social care, safeguarding, commissioning, and community services
• Population Health services that promote and support health improvements
• Transformation programmes that improve outcomes and deliver value for money
• Strong partnerships with health partners, voluntary and community organisations
• A culture of high performance, learning, and continuous improvement

 What you’ll bring

• A proven track record of senior leadership in adult social care, public health or a related field
• Deep understanding of statutory responsibilities, regulatory frameworks, and sector challenges
• The confidence to lead complex change with clarity, empathy, and ambition
• A commitment to co‑production, inclusion, and empowering people to live fulfilling lives
• The ability to inspire teams and build trusted relationships across systems

Why join us

This is an opportunity to shape the future of adult social care and public health at a time of significant national reform and local ambition. You’ll join a collaborative, values‑driven leadership team that is committed to innovation, prevention, and delivering the very best for our residents.

If you are a strategic, compassionate, and courageous leader who thrives on challenge and wants to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.

For further information and to apply, visit: https://www.leadingtameside.com/

For an informal discussion about the role please contact:

• Kelly Ridley on 07709 512415 or email: kelly.ridley@penna.com 
• Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or email: amin.aziz@penna.com 

Closing Date for Applications: Midnight, Monday 6th April 2026

How to Apply

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6. If you have a long term health condition or disability and would like your application to be considered in accordance with a Disability Confident Scheme, please email: execapplications@penna.com to inform the Penna team.