To interview the short listed candidates for these posts.

The Panel interviewed one short-listed candidate for the post of Assistant Director: Health and Care Outcomes.

On a motion by the Chair, seconded by Councillor George Davies it was –

Resolved (unanimously) – That Jason Oxley, currently Acting Head of Delivery, Adult Social Services, Wirral Council, be appointed to the post of Assistant Director: Health and Care Outcomes.

The post of Assistant Director: Adult and Disability Services was not appointed to and remained vacant.

To interview the short listed candidates for this post.

The Strategic Director of Transformation and Resources provided summary of job description and key requirements for the role of Assistant Director, Community Services.

The Chief Executive and the Strategic Director of Transformation and Resources presented confidential feedback to the Panel on each of the shortlisted candidates following the technical assessment.

The Panel discussed the scope of the post and the key requirements of the role. It was noted that whilst the shortlisted applicants had demonstrated key strengths, a wider field of candidates be sought. 

Cllr P Davies formally proposed that the role of Assistant Director, Community Services be advertised externally.

Seconded by Cllr McLachlan.

Resolved (unanimously) – That the role of Assistant Director, Community Services be advertised externally.