Head of Service Cared for Children

Cheshire East Council; Crewe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire East Council offers a fulfilling career in Children’s Social Care, where you contribute positively to the lives of children and families. Join a supportive environment that values well-being, growth, and provides competitive benefits including enhanced leave and flexible working options.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Flexible working pattern

Salary sacrifice green car scheme

White goods salary sacrifice scheme

Enhanced public pension

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of learning and development practice.
• Ability to converse with internal and external customers.
• Flexible approach to work.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Learning and Development Practice

Flexibility

Job description

Joining Children’s Social Care at Cheshire East Council means becoming part of a progressive, supportive and forward-thinking service that is dedicated to make a difference of the lives of children and young people. We pride ourselves on putting children and young people first and helping them become the very best version of themselves possible.

Our working culture is people focused ensuring every team member is supported and provided with all the tools needed to thrive in their role. We have competitive benefits, flexible work-life balance and a focus on health and wellbeing ensuring that you can achieve your career aspirations and goals whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

By joining us you will be part of a council that is helping to build brighter futures for the children and families we serve, where you can make a lasting memory on the lives of others every day.

The successful candidate will have:

• Extensive knowledge of learning and development practice.
• A high degree of interpersonal skills.
• The ability to converse at ease with our internal and external customers.
• A flexible approach to work.
• Knowledge of contact variation.

To find out more about the essential and desirable criteria for the role please view the attached job description specification document.

In return we are able to offer:

• Enhanced annual leave- Start with an impressive34 days of annual leave(including bank holidays) from day one, and watch it grow to 39 days after just five years of service.
• Purchase of annual leave –Want more time off? You can purchaseup to 10 extra daysof annual leave each year, giving you the flexibility to balance work and life just the way you want (Pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Flexible working pattern- Enjoy a37-hour standard full-time work weekwith the added perks of flexi-time and hybrid/remote working arrangements where possible. Your work-life balance just got a whole lot better.
• Salary sacrifice green car scheme- Drive green and save green! Lease a brand-new electric or hybrid car through our salary sacrifice scheme.There’s no credit checks, no deposits, just significant savings and exclusive offers on a three-year lease.
• White goods salary sacrifice scheme -Upgrade your home with ease. Purchase home and electronic items through our salary sacrifice scheme, spreading the cost of big-ticket purchases like appliances, computers, and tech gadgets directly from your salary.
• Enhanced public pension-Secure your future with ourcareer average pension, where contributions are built at a rate of 1/49th of your yearly pensionable pay.
• Cycle to work scheme -Save up to 25-39% on the retail price of bikes and safety equipment through Income Tax and National Insurance savings. Get fit and save money!
• Employee assistance programme- Access a completely free and confidential assistance service to help manage, reduce, and overcome life’s challenges, both at work and in your personal life.
• Discounted gym membership -Stay active and healthy with corporate membership prices for Everybody Leisure, including:
• Gym, Swim and Group Fitness at all 16 facilities
• Off-Peak Racket Sport
• Athletics Track
• Sauna/Steam/Spa
• Join us and experience a workplace that truly values and supports you!

Applicants should ensure all sections of the application form are completed as failure to do so will result in their application being rejected.

Applicants should contact Jessica Roberts on [e-mail]