Head of Integrated Care PCN - Northern (9578)

Norfolk County Council; North Walsham; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional governing body is seeking a Head of Integrated Care PCN to lead adult social care teams in North Walsham. This role involves enhancing service integration, fostering community collaboration, and driving innovation in care delivery. The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic thinking, leadership skills, and a background in health or social care management. An attractive salary package, including various benefits, is on offer for the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Financial rewards for referrals

Qualifications

• Experience in leading teams in health or social care.
• Ability to drive service innovation.
• Proven track record in building partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead adult social care teams in north Norfolk.
• Strengthen integration across health and care.
• Deliver high-quality, sustainable services.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Skilled communicator

Leadership

Change management

Education

Relevant management qualification

Job description

Head of Integrated Care PCN - Northern | 9578 | Permanent Contract | 37 hours per week | £66,140 to £73,800 per annum | (Grade N) | North Walsham

Our mission is to empower residents and communities to live their best life as they define it, by fostering independence, building strong partnerships, tailoring support and learning continuously. Our core values mean that we are Accountable, Inclusive, Ambitious, and Trusted; encouraging innovation, building enduring relationships and always striving to deliver the best for Norfolk’s residents.

We are seeking a forward-thinking and transformational leader to champion our ambitious journey; driving innovation and shaping the way we work with communities, partners and our own talented teams to deliver truly joined-up care. We are looking for a skilled communicator, strategic thinker, and an inspiring leader who is ready to champion cultural change.

This is your chance to take a key leadership role in embedding Human Learning Systems principles, fostering genuine collaboration and community-led support. You will work alongside healthcare leaders, social care professionals, commissioners, and third sector partners to create joined-up services that put people’s strengths, assets, and aspirations first.

You will be responsible for leading adult social care teams in north Norfolk; strengthening integration across health and care, building productive networks, and delivering high-quality, sustainable services. You will empower staff, drive service innovation, and ensure that our services meet the evolving needs of Norfolk’s diverse communities. You will co-produce solutions with residents, embed national and local initiatives, and help shape the future of preventative, relational care.

For an informal discussion please contact Simon Baugh, Director of North Place, at [e-mail]

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services including fast-track physiotherapy and a free counselling service
• Flexible working opportunities including flexi-time, part-time, remote and hybrid working – dependant on your job role and business need.
• Financial benefits such as:- ‘ Norfolk Rewards’ our employee discounts programme which helps you save money on almost anything, from everyday groceries and clothes, to holidays, new technology, gym membership, trips to the cinema and days out.
• A Blue Light card for Fire Service and Social Care Workers
• Relocation expenses (where applicable)
• An advance of your expenses if you travel for work
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution, life assurance, death in service payments and dependants’ pensions.
• Tax efficient ways of getting extra pension and new bikes
• Access to our tax efficient car lease scheme for greener travel enabling you to lease a brand new, ultra-low emission vehicle (subject to eligibility)
• A payment if you refer someone you know to a hard to fill job

Before you apply, we recommend reading the full Job Description and Person Specification to help you demonstrate you meet the criteria. You can also find information on our Terms and Conditions here.

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We would like to make you aware that priority consideration for this post may be given to current employees who are at risk due to restructure within the organisation or are in a redeployment position.

Redeployment closing date: Tuesday 30 December 2025 at 23:59

All other applicants closing date: Wednesday 7 January 2026 at 23:59