Head of Quality Assurance and Innovation (Children's Services)
The closing date is 12 March 2026
Job summary
The role: Head of Quality Assurance and Innovation (Children's Services)
Salary:£75,981 - £86,069
Hours:37 per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid (with regular presence in Gateshead)
Employer: Gateshead Council
Main duties of the job
North Yorkshire Council (Resourcing Solutions) is supporting this role as a recruitment partner of Gateshead Council.
The employer for this role is Gateshead Council and the base will be Gateshead.
For further details regarding the role please visit the recruitment page: https://www.gateshead.gov.uk/article/36644/Head-of-Quality-Assurance-and-Innovation-Children-s-Services
About us
At Gateshead, we believe that "the strength of Gateshead is the people of Gateshead." Everything we do is driven by our commitment to helping children, young people and families thrive. Our Children's Services are rated'Good' by Ofsted, and we are ambitious about striving forexcellenceas we continue to strengthen practice, culture and outcomes.
Our vision is simple: every child should enjoy their childhood and have the opportunity to flourish. Our workforce are passionate, valuesdriven and united behind ourThriveagenda, ensuring families remain at the heart of everything we do. As part of our refreshed senior leadership team, you'll join a collaborative, forwardthinking environment where innovation, learning and improvement are not only encouraged but expected.
Details
Date posted
06 March 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£75,981 to £86,069 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
F0025-26-0012
Job locations
County Hall
Racecourse Lane
Northallerton
North Yorkshire
DL7 8AE
Employer details
Employer name
North Yorkshire Council
Address
County Hall
Racecourse Lane
Northallerton
North Yorkshire
DL7 8AE
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