Amanda Jones, Director of Operations for Adults Social Care

Amanda Jones, Director of Adult Social Care Operations, is responsible for ensuring that all our services meet statutory obligations while safeguarding vulnerable adults. In her role, she oversees local social care assessment teams, short-term services including hospital discharge and assessment teams, and in-house care and support services—such as financial assessment teams and our helpdesk. Part of her statutory duties also involves acting as a Caldicott Guardian, ensuring that the rights and wellbeing of those receiving support are rigorously protected.
Amanda brings a wealth of expertise to the role, having built her career as a qualified social worker and working previously as a principal social worker outside the county. Her extensive experience, including her previous senior leadership role at York City Council, informs her practical and strategic approach to enhancing service delivery, streamlining operations, and ensuring that service users receive timely, coordinated, and high-quality care.
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