The Place 

Looking Ahead: The Big 50 Vision

We are bold and optimistic about the future. One of North Northamptonshire Council’s key strengths is the stability we've achieved since Local Government Reorganisation in 2021. This strong foundation positions us to confidently deliver on our Big 50 ambition, making this an exciting and attractive opportunity for prospective candidates who want to be part of a forward-thinking, unified council. Our Big 50 Vision looks ahead to 2050, with a clear and ambitious focus on creating:

• A Proud Place – celebrating identity and community

• A Prosperous Place – supporting growth and resilience

• A Proactive Place – driving innovation and inclusion

This vision is underpinned by commitments to:

• Greener transport and infrastructure

• Stronger communities and partnerships

• Inclusive opportunities for all ages

• Investment in digital, net-zero, and future-ready industries

Our schools and communities are full of people who care deeply and work tirelessly to make a difference. The magic lies in the relationships, the resilience, and the relentless focus on doing what’s right for children. We are now seeking two visionary Assistant Directors - leaders who bring clarity, courage, and a spark of magic to the journey.

Political make-up

Following elections in 2025, we have 68 councillors elected across 31 electoral wards:

• Reform UK - 40

• Conservative - 13

• Green Party - 8

• Labour - 4

• Communities Alliance - 2 (made up of 1 Liberal Democrat and 1 Independent)

• Unaligned - 1

The Leader of the Council is Martin Griffiths.

Our Values and Behaviours

Our values are a set of principles which help guide the way we provide services. They are vital as they support how we will achieve our overall vision and deliver our priorities for the future.

Our behaviours are the actions and activities that people do which result in effective performance in a job. They represent the values and the ways of embedding these into the culture of the organisation.

Children’s Services in North Northamptonshire

North Northamptonshire offers a dynamic and ambitious environment for senior leaders in children’s services. This is a unique opportunity to lead where the everyday becomes extraordinary. Despite a number of changes within the senior leadership team in recent years, our frontline workforce has remained a pillar of strength, bringing unwavering passion and dedication to the children and families we serve.

We are building a culture where people feel they belong, are valued, and take pride in the difference they make every day. Our permanent, dedicated teams bring consistency, compassion, and creativity to their work. Our frontline managers lead with heart and a shared commitment to inclusive, community-rooted practice.

We are currently delivering a bold and ambitious transformation through our SEND Transformation Programme and Family Help Strategy. These initiatives focus on building capacity, improving sufficiency, and embedding a child-centred, integrated system that truly works for children and families. Our priorities include early identification of need, co-production with families, seamless transitions into adulthood, and the development of a skilled, cross-sector workforce.

Our Strategic Priorities

• Strengthening early intervention and inclusive practice

• Expanding and diversifying local provision

• Investing in workforce development

• Enhancing data sharing and joint planning

• Embedding co-production and partnership working

Northamptonshire Children’s Trust

Northamptonshire Children’s Trust (NCT) provides a range of children’s services - social care, targeted early help and youth justice - and is funded by North Northamptonshire Council and West Northamptonshire Council. Find out more about the trust here.