Sefton is a diverse and exciting Local Authority that is on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering it’s exciting Sefton 2030 Vision. This journey is shared with our partners and communities as we strive to ensure Sefton is a confident and connected borough. There really is no better time to join Sefton.  We are seeking to recruit a suitably experienced individual who is committed the Integration of Social Care and Health.  Transformation through the delivery of our Commissioning Strategies and Transformation Programme.

This position is a key role within the context of health and social care integration.

There has been recent significant development of our Sefton Partnership to deliver integration across health and social care, however, to continue this journey and improve outcomes for individuals and our community we need the right person to fill this critical role.

The post holder will lead on a range of developments at a strategic level and will work very closely with members of the Health and Well Being Board and key Council Elected Members.

The post is directly accountable to the Assistant Director, Adult Social Care and Health, however the postholder will also be part of the Adult and Children’s Social Care departmental teams and the NHS Cheshire and Mersey Side ICB Sefton Place team.

What you can expect from us is joining an excellent Commissioning Team, support and structure to your role, training programme and development and of course being part of the successes of improving the outcomes of vulnerable people in our communities.

If you feel you are able to offer the skills and experience we need, we would love to see your application.

Equal Opportunities

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.