Central Bedfordshire Council

“Very few jobs let you come home thinking, ‘I’ve made a difference in someone’s life.’” (Sian, Team Manager). Make a real difference every day – and feel the support of a strong, caring team around you. Join us.

We’re there for the hard days - and the wins. Join a team where you’re valued, supported, and never alone. “Colleagues and managers are there during the tough times – and to celebrate the wins.” (Holly, Social Worker)

Head of Customer & Digital - £73,410 to £78,758 Can you transform how residents and stakeholders connect, engage, and experience our services? We’re looking for a senior leader who can: • Drive customer-focused transformation across digital, contact centre, and face-to-face services • Lead a multi-skilled team to deliver simple, effective, and innovative solutions • Put the customer first, maximise new technology (such as AI and Automation), and turn strategy into real results This role is about turning strategy into action and making a significant difference for our many customers. Up to 8K for relocation. Deadline: 23 November 2025 – Apply now.

Head of Customer & Digital - £73,410 to £78,758 Are you ready to lead digital transformation and reimagine how residents connect with local services? We’re looking for a leader who can: • Drive large-scale service redesign across a complex organisation • Apply new technologies - such as AI, automation, and digital tools - to improve outcomes for residents and staP • Inspire talented teams, embed a customer-first mindset, and spot opportunities to innovate This is more than a job – it’s a chance to upgrade your career and deliver real change that matters. Up to 8K for relocation. Deadline 24 November 2025

Ready to lead transformational change in Children's Services? Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking an ambitious and inspirational Head of Corporate Parenting to provide strategic leadership across our Corporate Parenting services. You'll lead high-performing teams, champion the voices of children and young people, drive innovation across fostering, adoption and permanence services, and play a key role in our ambitious End-to-End Fostering Hub programme. This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children in care and care experienced young adults while shaping services that deliver exceptional outcomes. 💷 Salary: £83,410 - £88,758 (inclusive of a £10,000 MRS payment per annum) 📍 Hybrid, permanent role 📅 Closing date: 13 September 2026 If you have substantial leadership experience within children's social care and a passion for delivering excellence, apply now. 🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gMyD6nUg

We're looking for an Internal Communications Officer (Career Grade) to join us on a maternity cover basis. It's a great opportunity to develop your skills, progress quickly and help deliver engaging communications for our workforce. 💼 £34,811 - £44,296 per annum (pro rata) 🕒 Full-time, 37 hrs per week, hybrid working 📅 Apply by 28 June 2026 🔗 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e-N3EYMZ