If you can provide visionary leadership across children’s services, and have a desire to work in an environment which enables you to focus on the quality and improvement of what matters most to children and young people, then Barnsley could be the place for you.

Reasons you should join us

• We're an extremely well regarded and innovative council, winning Council of the Year in 2023 for both the Local Government Chronicle and Municipal Journal Awards – the only council ever to win both in the same year.
• We're nationally recognised for innovation and improvement in children’s services, with strong Ofsted outcomes and a relentless focus on improving life opportunities for children and young people.
• We're committed to our Barnsley 2030 vision, prioritising children’s wellbeing, educational attainment, and reducing inequalities.
• We have strong, mature partnerships with schools, health services, the police, and the voluntary sector.

How to apply

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact either Sean Anderson or Martin Tucker on 0121 312 3755 at Faerfield - our recruitment partner.

Applications close on Sunday 30 November 2025.