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Director Families and Children

£119,390 - £127,137

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Vibrant schools. Excellent transport links. A community full of spirit. Breathtaking countryside. A thriving economy. And one of the lowest crime rates in the country. Wiltshire offers all this and more – and we want you to experience it all.

Wiltshire is a place people are proud to call home. As England’s fourth-largest unitary council, we are blessed with stunning landscapes, rich heritage, and charming towns and villages. We have around half a million residents, including 30,000 military personnel, who mainly live in our rural and urban towns, with Salisbury being our thriving major city. Our county is home to two world-renowned heritage sites, Stonehenge and Avebury, and boasts half of its land as an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.’

Find out more about life in Wiltshire – Visit Wiltshire

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At Wiltshire Council, we have developed a welcoming and ambitious culture where talented people can develop and thrive. We are a hardworking, high-performing team, focusing on what is best for Wiltshire. Together we work closely with our residents to build better communities, bringing new ideas to life. Our shared mission helps us make a real difference – and that is a feeling like no other.

Ready to make an impact in our county and for thousands of residents? Join us and Love Where You Work

Our mission is to:

  • Ensure Wiltshire’s people live full, healthy, and enriched lives
  • Create beautiful communities that are exciting places to live
  • Generate a thriving economy, supported by a skilled workforce
  • To take the lead in mitigating the climate challenges ahead

Our guiding themes:

  • Prevention and early intervention
  • Working together
  • Understanding communities
  • Improving social mobility
  • Tackling inequality
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Families and children are at the core of everything we do. We focus on innovation and change to make sure our services deliver lasting results. Our Families and Children’s Transformation Programme (FACT) is leading the way with its fresh approach.

We work across services with external partners and internal colleagues including Adult’s services to ensure smooth transitions from childhood to adulthood, focusing on early intervention and prevention from the very start.

Our staff are key to achieving the best outcomes for children and families, and our services are built to adapt to their needs. We make the most of our time with families, offering early support to prevent issues from escalating, and ensuring children can thrive in their own communities.

It is an exciting time to join our council, with excellent benefits and a culture where talented people succeed.

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About the role

Hear from Jen Salter, Corporate Director for Children and Education (DCS), as she shares insights into the Director of Families and Children role. 

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Key dates
Applications open: Monday 24 February
Applications close: Monday 17 March
Shortlisting: Tuesday 18 March
Interviews: Tuesday 2 April and Wednesday 3 April

Supporting documents
Business Plan
Ofsted Inspection report
SEND Inspection report
Workforce Strategy
Senior Structure Chart
Director Families and Children role description

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The recruitment process.

All applications must be submitted online, including the supporting statement. Listen to the video below from Sarah Fraser, Senior Executive Recruitment Consultant about the application and recruitment process. 

For more details or an informal discussion with Sarah Fraser or Jen Salter, Corporate Director Children and Education please contact [email protected] or call 01225 713164.

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How to Apply

To apply, click the “Apply” button below and complete the form. Please upload your CV and a Supporting Statement (maximum four A4 pages each).

Your CV should include contact details for two referees, one must be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be contacted if you reach the final stages and only with your permission.

In your Supporting Statement, tell us why you are interested in this role and share examples of your experience that show how you meet the person specification.

Disability Confident
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you meet the essential criteria and want to be considered under this scheme, you will automatically be invited to an interview. If you need any adjustments during the process, please get in touch.