The Staffing Committee of Waltham Forest Council met on Thursday 16 May 2024 and agreed to offer the post of Strategic Director for Children's Services to Nicky Crouch, subject to standard appointment checks. The meeting was held in private to conduct the interview for this senior role.

Appointments Panel: Strategic Director for Children's Services

The Committee conducted an interview for the significant role of Strategic Director for Children's Services. Following the interview process, the Committee agreed to offer the position to Nicky Crouch. This offer is contingent upon the successful completion of the necessary appointment checks, as is standard procedure for such senior appointments. The decision was made in accordance with the Officer Employment Procedure Rules, which are part of the Council's Constitution. These rules stipulate that offers for chief officer and heads of service appointments can only be made if no material or well-founded objection is received from a member of the Cabinet. The Democratic Services team confirmed that Cabinet members were consulted for this purpose.