Head Of Service - Cared For Children (Ce317 - Smg3)

Head Of Service - Cared For Children (Ce317 - Smg3)

Are you an experienced professional in the childcare sector looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a dedicated Head Of Service - Cared For Children to join a dynamic team on a 5-week contract. If you have excellent leadership skills, a strong understanding of children’s social care, and are committed to improving outcomes for cared-for children, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Job Overview

The Head Of Service - Cared For Children will oversee the delivery and management of services aimed at vulnerable children and young people who are in care. You will be responsible for leading a team, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and developing strategies to enhance service delivery. This role requires a proactive leader capable of making impactful decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Candidate Responsibilities

As the Head Of Service - Cared For Children, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing the children’s social care team to deliver high-quality services
• Developing and implementing strategic plans to improve care standards
• Ensuring compliance with all local authority and government regulations
• Overseeing safeguarding procedures and ensuring safeguarding policies are adhered to
• Building strong relationships with partner agencies, families, and young people
• Managing budgets, resource allocation, and service evaluations
• Providing leadership during audits and inspections to ensure continuous improvement
• Supporting staff professional development and maintaining high team morale

Required Skills & Qualifications

While specific skills were not listed, the ideal candidate should possess:

• Extensive experience in children’s social care leadership roles
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and legal frameworks
• Excellent communication and team management skills
• Ability to lead change and implement service improvements
• Relevant professional qualification in social work or related field

Please confirm the DBS check required for this role: Enhanced DBS including barred list for children.

Benefits

• Competitive daily pay rate of £550 LTD per day
• Opportunity to lead and influence meaningful change in children’s services
• Contract duration of 5 weeks, with possibility of extension
• Supportive work environment committed to safeguarding and high standards of care

How to Apply

To be considered for the Head Of Service - Cared For Children position, please contact:

Consultant Name: Jane Doe
Email: jane.doe@staffingagency.co.uk
Phone: 01234 567890

Please quote the recruitment request number RW18280 in your application.

Take this opportunity to make a positive impact on vulnerable children’s lives. Apply now to be part of a dedicated team working toward better outcomes for cared-for children.