Council appoints new council director of children’s services on permanent basis
North Northants Council (NNC) has appointed a new executive director of children’s services.
Cornelia Andrecut will remain in the role she took on a year-long contract last year.
She said: “I am honoured to be appointed permanently as executive director of children’s services for north Northamptonshire.
“Having served in the role on secondment over the past year, it has been a privilege to work alongside such dedicated colleagues, partners and communities who are united by a shared commitment to improving the lives of children and families.
“I am passionate about creating brighter futures for children and young people and about leading meaningful lasting change that makes a real difference to their lives.
“I am proud of everything we have achieved together and of the strong foundations we have built. I look forward to continuing our journey, working with our partners across the system to deliver the best possible outcomes and ensure every child in north Northamptonshire has the support and opportunities to thrive.”
Cornelia Andrecut joined the council’s Corporate Leadership Team in July 2025 following the resignation of Charisse Monero, and stayed in the position for a year-long secondment before the job was advertised online with 37 hours per week and a ‘competitive’ salary range from £148,815 to £159,763.
NNC has now appointed her permanently, having been selected through a competitive recruitment process, with the hope of providing ‘continuity’ to the role moving forward.
Adele Wylie, NNC’s chief executive said: “I am delighted that Cornelia has been appointed permanently to this crucial leadership role.
“Throughout her time with the council, Cornelia has demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic vision and an unwavering commitment to improving outcomes for children and families.
“Her unwavering commitment to Northamptonshire over almost 7 years has enabled her to build strong relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders, whilst maintaining a clear focus on delivering high-quality services and continuous improvement.”
“I am delighted that we have been able to appoint someone of Cornelia’s calibre, experience and dedication, and I look forward to continuing to work closely with her as we deliver our ambitions for children, young people and families across north Northamptonshire.”
Cornelia Andrecut has more than 30 years of experience spanning nursing, teaching, social work, sector-led improvement and senior leadership roles. The council believes her expertise in leading improvement programmes and developing high-performing services will help deliver the best possible outcomes for children, young people and families in north Northamptonshire.
Cllr Elizabeth Wright, North Northamptonshire Council’s executive member for children, families and education, added: “I am delighted that Cornelia has been appointed permanently as executive director of children’s services.
“Over the past year she has brought energy, insight and determination to the role, forging strong relationships and maintaining a clear focus on improving outcomes for children and families.
“Cornelia shares our ambition to ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed and reach their full potential, and I look forward to continuing to work closely with her as we build on the progress already made.”