Interim Head of Service

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 28/05/2026

Interim & Executive Management

City Walsall

Province West Midlands

Postal Code WS1

3-month contract position with a local authority

This is a 3-month contract position with a local authority, aimed at providing immediate senior leadership and strategic oversight of the Council’s all-age commissioning function during a transitional period. The role is crucial for ensuring continuity of service delivery, stabilising team performance, and driving key commissioning programs while supporting a developing service following restructuring.

• Provide leadership and direction across all-age commissioning services.
• Ensure continuity of delivery and maintain performance standards during the interim period.
• Set clear priorities and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Provide assurance to senior leadership on service performance and risks.
• Lead key commissioning programs, including supported living and commissioning frameworks.
• Oversee the development and delivery of commissioning strategies across adult and all-age services.
• Ensure effective commissioning practices that deliver value for money and positive outcomes for residents.

• Extensive senior leadership experience in adult social care commissioning.
• Strong background in all-age commissioning models, frameworks, and delivery.
• Proven experience of leading teams through organizational change or restructure.
• Demonstrable experience in program delivery, particularly within supported living or similar service areas.

• Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g., Social Care, Public Administration, or related discipline).
• Evidence of continued professional development.