Executive Director of Services
Location: Bournemouth (Hybrid role)
Salary: Competitive (Please enquire for more information)
Are you an ambitious, visionary leader with experience across specialist education and adult social care?
We are proud to be working in partnership with a leading charity to recruit an Executive Director of Services - a newly created, high-impact role at a pivotal moment in the organisation’s growth journey.
This is a rare opportunity to join an executive team and help shape the future of an organisation that is transforming support for people with autism.
About the Role:
* Provide strategic direction and operational leadership across education and adult social care services.
* Lead on in depth service evaluations to drive continuous improvement and development.
* Lead service transformation initiatives, championing innovation, particularly in the use of digital solutions.
* Identify opportunities for business growth via acquisition and development.
* Oversee budgets, performance, and business development projects.
* Build strategic partnerships and represent the organisation externally.
* Embed a values-driven, high-performance culture across all service teams.
Ideal Candidate:
* 10+ years’ senior leadership experience in Specialist Education and Adult Social Care.
* In depth knowledge of Ofsted and CQC regulations.
* A proven track record in change management and strategic oversight.
* Experienced overseeing budgets and allocating resources.
* Exceptional people leadership skills.
* Values-led approach aligned with inclusion, innovation, and meaningful impact.
If you would like to find out more, please reach out to kate.field@gilbertmeher.com.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development, Education, and Strategy/Planning
Industries
Civic and Social Organizations, Education, and Primary and Secondary Education
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