Interim Head of Service – Adult Mental Health in East Midlands

Job description

Interim Head of Service – Adult Mental Health

An established local authority in the Midlands is seeking experienced interim leadership to support its Adult Mental Health Services during a critical period of transition. This is a key strategic and operational role, ideal for someone with a strong background in adult social care and mental health services.

• Role: Interim Head of Service – Adult Mental Health
• Location: Hybrid working (2–3 days per week on-site)
• Day Rate: £550 (Inside IR35)
• Contract Length: 3–6 months
• Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

This interim role will provide high-level oversight and leadership across adult mental health services, helping to guide service delivery and contribute to ongoing transformation efforts. The council is looking for someone who can bring immediate value, drawing on senior experience in similar environments.

Candidate Profile

• Proven leadership within adult social care and mental health
• Ability to drive improvement and manage change in complex settings
• Strategic thinker with strong operational delivery capability
• Comfortable navigating a fast-paced, evolving local authority landscape

If you’re interested please apply with your up-to-date CV and we will be in touch.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

East Midlands

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

09-07-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English