Director of Social Services & Housing

Director of Social Services & Housing

Vacancy ID: 1740

Organisation: Carmarthenshire County Council

Section: Divisional Business Support

Contract type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire

Grade: Directors

Salary: £133,869 - £143,878

If part time and/or term time, the full time salary quoted (based on 37hrs) will be pro-rata'd accordingly

If part time, the full time salary quoted (which is based on full time equivalent) will be pro-rata'd accordingly

Hourly Rate :

£69.39 - £74.58

Contract Hours 37

Come and join our team

Are you an exceptional leader with a passion for making a lasting impact on communities?

Carmarthenshire County Council is seeking an exemplary and dynamic Director of Social Services & Housing to lead our innovative services and drive transformative change.

As the Director of Social Services & Housing, you will play a pivotal role in the strategic management of our Council. As part of the Corporate Management Team, you'll work closely with the Chief Executive to achieve our overarching objectives. Your visionary leadership will ensure compliance with statutory requirements, government guidelines, and the Council's ambitions for Social Services & Housing.

Leading an expert team, you will:

• Design and lead the provision of Adult and Children's Social Services, transforming access and delivery to meet residents' needs.

• Ensure robust and effective safeguarding arrangements to protect vulnerable adults, children, and young people.

• Direct and manage the Council's Housing Strategies, addressing homelessness, allocations, and statutory landlord services.

• Oversee budgets and resources, ensuring efficient and effective use.

We are looking for a leader who is not only experienced and highly skilled but also visionary and innovative. You will have a proven track record in senior leadership roles within social care services, housing, or local government. Your ability to adapt to change, work collaboratively, and make strategic, evidence-based decisions will be essential. Crucially, you will know what first class services look like and will know how to help staff and Elected Members achieve these standards within a demanding environment.

Carmarthenshire County Council is a high performing, vibrant and forward-thinking local authority that is constantly seeking to improve and is committed to maintaining its excellent reputation for first class services. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Our leadership team is dedicated to professional growth and ensuring that our workforce remains at the forefront of best practices in service delivery.

So, as part of the one of the largest County Councils in Wales, you won't just enjoy the scope of the challenge - you'll enjoy having a positive impact. Join us in leading a team of passionate professionals dedicated to improving the lives of the most vulnerable individuals in our community. Be part of a forward-thinking Council that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact Wendy Walters, Chief Executive, at Carmarthenshire County Council on

The Welsh language is integral to the identity of Carmarthenshire and its people. If you don't currently meet the Welsh language standard prescribed for this job, we would love to tailor the right support for your Welsh language development journey, and to achieve the skills needed for this role

Closing date: Mid-Day 9th June 2025

Shortlisting: 18th June 2025

Assessment Centre: 24th June 2025

Appointments Panel 'A': 2nd July 2025

Job Description:

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DBS level:

An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk

Welsh language level - Verbal:

Level 3 - You will need a good level of conversational Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level

Closing Date:

09/06/2025, 12:00

The Rewards

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Competitive salary

• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing addition annual leave

• Access to staff health and wellbeing support

• Personal development and career progression

• Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme

• Flexible working and family friendly policies

Additional Information

We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.

Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool.

Eligibility: You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations: Please Note: If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.

How to Apply: All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email: or contact and ask for 'Recruitment' to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.

Please see the 'How we Recruit' guidance on the Careers Page for more information on the recruitment process.

Ymunwch â Chyngor Sir Caerfyrddin

Mae Cyngor Sir Caerfyrddin yn chwilio am unigolyn gweledigaethol i fod yn Gyfarwyddwr y Gwasanaethau Cymdeithasol a Thai i arwain newid trawsnewidiol. Yn y rôl strategol hon, byddwch chi'n rheoli gwasanaethau cymdeithasol, diogelu, a strategaethau tai, gan sicrhau cydymffurfiaeth ac effeithlonrwydd. Rydyn ni'n chwilio am arweinydd profiadol ac arloesol sydd wedi llwyddo mewn rolau uwch. Ymunwch â ni i gael effaith gadarnhaol mewn awdurdod lleol blaengar sydd wedi ymroi i ragoriaeth a gwelliant parhaus.