Assistant Director Greenspaces & Leisure (Internal candidates only)

This position is open to internal candidates only. Any applications received from external candidates will not be considered and will be automatically rejected.

About Barnet Council

Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools vibrant town centers vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve Caring Inclusive Collaborative which drive everything we do.

About the role

The Assistant Director (Greenspaces Leisure & Libraries) is responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of services associated with Sport and Physical Activity Parks and Open Spaces (including Events in Parks) Trees and Woodlands Libraries Cemeteries & Crematorium (including shared Mortuary and Coroner service agreements).

The postholder will lead the delivery of services ensuring that they are responsive efficient and aligned with the Councils Corporate Plan and broader strategic goals. By fostering partnerships driving cultural change and inspiring staff the Assistant Director will play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life for residents and delivering service outcomes.

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About you

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant discipline and/or able to demonstrate significant experience/knowledge competence and capability in the planning development operation and management of one or more of the services.
• Senior managerial experience managing a significant number of staff and/or diverse groups of staff achieving high levels of performance.
• Experience of managing substantial budgets preferably within the local government context
• A high level of political awareness along with the ability to maintain internal and external relationships in complex political environment
• Ability to identify develop and secure support for new opportunities to improve service translate legislative requirements in operating systems and ensure excellence in service provision
• Detailed knowledge of the planning development operation management and maintenance of the services outlined.
  

What we offer

• 31 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
• Work-life balance options may include hybrid working flexitime job share home working part-time
• A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers supermarkets energy suppliers and more
• Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work eye care vouchers travel and gym membership
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Employee well- being training programs including confidential employee assistance

How to apply

Read the job description and person specification before clickingApplyto commence the online application form. If you would like any further information about the role before applying please contact Cassie Bridger at

Barnet Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Barnet operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. To deliver Barnet Councils commitment to equality of opportunity in the provision of services all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. As such we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. For further information please read our equality statement. Barnet Council embraces all forms of flexible working (including part-time compressed hours and remote working) and is committed to offering employees a healthy work-life balance. Candidates are encouraged to talk about relevant requirements and preferences at interview. We cant promise to give you exactly what you want but we do promise not to judge you for asking. Barnet Council is a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme further details are available at All posts with the council are subject to a probationary period of six months during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the council satisfaction your suitability for the position in which you will be employed. Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore please apply as soon as possible. Please ensure you regularly check the email account (including JUNK MAIL folders) that you use to submit your application as any further communication regarding your application will be sent electronically. Should you not hear from us within four working weeks of the closing date for this post then regretfully in this instance you have not been shortlisted.