CHC Lead – Adult Social Care

CHC Lead
6-month interim (potential to extend) | Start ASAP
£400–£500 per day
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
Hybrid working (up to 4 days flexible)

CVs are being reviewed immediately, with interviews taking place next week.

Are you a highly experienced CHC Lead Officer / Team Manager ready to take ownership of a complex and high-profile portfolio? Reporting into the Service Manager for Hospital Social Work, you will be the Council’s lead expert on Continuing Healthcare, driving both operational delivery and strategic direction across Adult Social Care. This is a rare opportunity to step into a truly niche CHC Lead Officer / Team Manager role where your expertise will directly influence system-wide decision‑making and outcomes.

Your role as a CHC Lead Officer / Team Manager:

• Lead Continuing Healthcare (CHC) & FNC strategy
  , ensuring statutory compliance and best practice
• Act as the principal liaison with NHS partners, ICBs and system leaders
• Provide expert oversight on complex cases, DSTs and dispute resolution
• Shape and implement policy, governance and quality assurance frameworks
• Deliver impactful training and workforce development to build organisational capability

Your experience as a CHC Lead Officer / Team Manager:

• Extensive hands‑on experience in Continuing Healthcare within LA, NHS or ICB settings
• Deep knowledge of the National CHC Framework and eligibility processes
• Proven track record managing complex disputes and funding negotiations
• Strong leadership credentials with experience influencing senior stakeholders and partnerships
• Confidence in delivering training, mentoring and practice improvement

This CHC Lead Officer / Team Manager position is ideal for someone who thrives in a challenging, politically aware environment and can confidently represent the Council at senior forums. You will be stepping into a pivotal role where your decisions will have financial, operational and reputational impact.
If you’re an experienced CHC Lead Officer / Team Manager ready to make an immediate difference, apply today. Alternatively, if you know someone within your network who would be a strong fit, get in touch to discuss our referral scheme.

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone to whom this may be of interest to, please contact Jade Hidderley on  or apply today.
(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in contact)

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.