The Appointments Sub-Committee of Lambeth Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 29 April 2026. The primary focus of the meeting will be the interview process for the Director of Adult Social Care position.

Director of Adult Social Care Interviews

The committee is scheduled to conduct interviews for the significant role of Director of Adult Social Care. This position is crucial for the council's commitment to building a fairer, healthier, and more inclusive future for Lambeth, as outlined in the Lambeth 2030 Borough Plan. The report pack details the recruitment process, which has involved executive search by Gatenby Sanderson, longlisting, and technical interviews. The final interview panel will interview candidates, with a recommendation to be submitted to the Full Council for approval.

The role of Director of Adult Social Care carries statutory responsibilities, including leading and delivering adult social care services, ensuring compliance with legal and statutory standards, and promoting best practice. The successful candidate will be responsible for safeguarding adults, as defined in the Care Act 2014¹, and will play a key part in developing high-quality, best-value adult social care services. The role also encompasses oversight of sanctuary services, ensuring support for those seeking refuge in Lambeth.

The report highlights that the annual budget for the Director of Adult Social Care post is £141,000, with an overall annual budget of £189,000 including on-costs. The recruitment process is designed to adhere to the Council's Constitution and the Local Authorities (Standing Orders) (England) Regulations 2001². The report also notes that the position is politically restricted under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989³.

The timetable for the remainder of the recruitment process indicates that following the interviews on 29 April 2026, a Well Founded Objection process will commence on 30 April 2026, concluding on 5 May 2026. If successful, approval will be sought from Full Council before a conditional offer is made.