We have an excellent opportunity available for a Head of Health and Social Care Integration to join our proactive Public Health team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis. As Head of Health and Social Care Integration, you will play a key role in developing and overseeing the delivery of a sustainable change programme which will improve the health and wellbeing of Wokingham residents. This programme of work will contain supporting the delivery of common schemes across the Integrated Care Partnership in Berkshire West and the delivery of local schemes, including the Better Care Fund, to meet local needs and reduce health inequalities in accordance with the council’s ambition of becoming a ‘Marmot Borough’. The Wokingham Integrated Partnership (WIP) oversees an extensive locality-wide transformation programme, and the role of Head of Health and Social Care Integration is pivotal in its delivery. The relationships across the main partners and stakeholders are critical to the success of transformation. This role will take a lead in managing the delivery of programmes and ensuring key relationships are developed and maintained, and in facilitating collaborative working. You will be responsible to ensuring there are strong links with Adult Social Care operational colleagues, in regards the design and review of integration work streams, and in forging close links and opportunities for joint working with colleagues in the Integrated Care Board. Benefits: Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: ⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays ⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme ⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline ⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts ⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office) ⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes ⭐ And much more Key responsibilities: Lead the strategic approach to Integrated health and care in Wokingham & delivery of the Better Care Fund (BCF) priorities, and report on progress. Build effective working relationships in order to develop and sustain integration plans which engage with, and are supported by, a broad range of key partners. Ensure alignment of local integration programmes with the plans and actions of the Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire West Integrated Care System. Support the implementation of service redesign projects focused on integrated services to support the implementation of the Wokingham Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy. Produce reports that detail progress against plans from a variety of sources and to a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders. Fulfil management responsibilities in line with the Council’s policies, procedures and governance. Candidate requirements: Proven experience of leading and delivering complex change and strategy development programmes in a politically sensitive and complex environment. Build effective working relationships in order to develop and sustain integration plans which engage with, and are supported by, a broad range of key partners. Ensure alignment of local integration programmes with the plans and actions of the Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire West Integrated Care System. Support the implementation of service redesign projects focused on integrated services to support the implementation of the Wokingham Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy. Experience of identifying, developing, and delivering opportunities for improving services. Fulfil management responsibilities in line with the Council’s policies, procedures and governance. Our Area: Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. Like many areas we have a growing and aging population, our adoption of Social Care Future demonstrates our commitment to ensuring that everyone has the support, resources and opportunities to achieve positive outcomes. For more information or to arrange a confidential call, please email Lyndon Mead, lyndon.meadwokingham.gov.uk Closing date: Sunday 6th April 2025, 11pm Interview date: TBC Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.