Shape Adopt Thames Valley’s future in Oxford through service development, partnership working, and accountable financial leadership across adoption services.

Oxfordshire County Council seeks a strategic leader to manage the development, performance, and sustainability of its Regional Adoption Agency. You will oversee operational delivery, significant delegated budgets up to £5 million, and compliance with national minimum standards. The position requires extensive adoption and children’s social care knowledge, alongside operational management experience.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and sustain the Regional Adoption Agency
- Manage and monitor delegated budgets up to £5 million
- Demonstrate value for money through balanced budgeting
- Lead service improvement,



innovation, and transformation
- Reflect equality, diversity, and inclusion in service delivery

Requirements:

- Strategic leadership experience in an operational setting
- Proven delivery of high-quality, cost-effective services
- Experience in service development and transformation
- Experience of partnership working
- Knowledge of safeguarding and quality assurance frameworks

Use strategic management, financial planning, and service improvement expertise to strengthen adoption outcomes for children and families.

📌 Adoption Agency Strategic Director (Oxford)
🏢 Oxfordshire County Council
📍 Oxford