Head of Service Age Commissioning

Position: Head of Service All Age Commissioning
Interim Head of Service – All Age Commissioning

Walsall Council
1–2 days on site

The Opportunity

Walsall Council is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Service – All Age Commissioning to provide immediate leadership cover following the departure of the substantive postholder.

This is a critical, high-impact role where you’ll ensure continuity of service delivery while maintaining strategic oversight across commissioning activity during a key transition period.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide leadership and direction across all-age commissioning services

* Maintain performance and continuity of delivery during organisational change

* Lead priority programmes, including supported living and commissioning frameworks

* Support and develop a team building confidence post-restructure

* Set clear priorities and drive delivery across commissioning functions

About You

* Proven leadership experience in adult social care commissioning

* Strong understanding of all-age commissioning models and frameworks

* Experience leading teams through change, restructure, or transition

* Ability to quickly establish credibility with stakeholders

* A practical, delivery-focused leadership style