Head of Transformation

Head of Transformation

Contract - Permanent

Location - Hybrid / Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham NG2 3NG

Salary - £72,917 - £81,700

Changing Lives, Changing Futures

Nottingham City Council is on a significant journey of improvement, reform and transformation across Children's and Education Services.

We are redesigning services, strengthening practice, and building a more connected system around children, young people, and families. With a clear vision, strong leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement, this is an exciting opportunity to join us and help shape the future of services across our city.

As
Head of Children's Transformation
- you will play a critical leadership role in driving Nottingham's ambition to deliver outstanding services for children, young people, and families.

As a key member of the Children's and Education Services Senior Leadership Team, you will lead strategic transformation across children's services, working collaboratively with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders to design and deliver innovative, high-quality services that improve outcomes and life chances. You will help shape the future direction of services, ensuring they remain responsive, sustainable, and aligned to the Council's vision, priorities, and statutory responsibilities.

We are looking for an inspirational and experienced leader with a proven track record of leading complex change and service improvement within children's services, education, or a related sector. You will combine strategic thinking with strong operational leadership, translating national policy, legislation and reform into effective local practice while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation.

With exceptional partnership-building skills and a commitment to child-centred services, you will play a key role in transforming how services are delivered across Nottingham, ensuring children, young people and families receive the support they need to thrive now and in the future.

You will hold a relevant qualification (at degree level).

Why Nottingham?

This is a pivotal moment for Children's and Education Services in Nottingham. We are investing in leadership, strengthening our services, and creating the conditions for long term success.

Our vision is simple: every child and young person should be seen, heard, and supported to thrive.

If you share our ambition and want to play a key role in shaping the future of services for children and families, we would love to hear from you.

In Return We Offer

• Salary £72,917 to £81,700 (SLMG3)
• Flexible hybrid working
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme with 18.5% employer contribution
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• A strong commitment to employee wellbeing

Closing date:Sunday 23 August 2026 m