Director of Children’s Services
Councils are currently evaluating children's social care performance and reviewing senior director roles.
Sutton Council's People Committee approved the borough's Children's Social Care Self-Assessment on September 24, 2026, which evaluates service quality and impact. The report, presented by Director of Children's Services Jonathan Williams, received positive feedback from Ofsted but identified areas for improvement in overall performance.
Bexley Council's Top Management Review Panel was scheduled to discuss the performance of senior council officers, including Directors, on September 22, 2026. This review forms part of the council's mid-year process and included reviewing probation objectives for a newly appointed Director.
Key facts
- Sutton's People Committee approved the Children's Social Care Self-Assessment on September 24, 2026. Source
- Jonathan Williams, Director of Children's Services, presented remarks on Sutton's self-assessment. Source
- Sutton's self-assessment identified areas for improvement despite positive Ofsted feedback. Source
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