Head of Service - Safeguarding and Quality Assurance

4Recruitment Services; England; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Head of Service for Safeguarding and Quality Assurance in Medway. This role involves providing strategic leadership to ensure robust safeguarding standards and overseeing quality assurance functions. Candidates should possess a social work qualification and significant management experience in children's services. A salary range of £61,140–£73,241 per annum is offered, with applications closing on 26 October 2025.

Qualifications

• A recognised Social Work qualification (e.g. Degree, PGC in Social Work).
• Registration with Social Work England is required.
• Extensive management experience, including leading through change.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for safeguarding standards.
• Lead on quality assurance and oversee Ofsted preparation.
• Champion continuous improvement across safeguarding functions.

Skills

Management experience

Experience in safeguarding

Planning for Ofsted inspections

Understanding of legislative framework

Continuous professional development

Education

Recognised Social Work qualification

A Level 5 Management qualification

Job description

Overview

Head of Service Safeguarding and Quality Assurance — Location: Medway • Salary: £61,140–£73,241 per annum • Closing date: 26 October 2025

We are seeking a visionary Head of Service for Safeguarding and Quality Assurance to play a pivotal leadership role in driving excellence, innovation, and positive outcomes across our children\'s services.

About the role

As the Head of Service Safeguarding and Quality Assurance, you will provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure Medway\'s safeguarding standards remain robust, responsive, and child-focused. You\'ll lead on quality assurance, oversee Ofsted preparation, and champion continuous improvement across all safeguarding functions.

You will bring

• A recognised Social Work qualification (e.g. Degree, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent)
• Registration with Social Work England
• A Level 5 Management qualification (NVQ or equivalent)
• Extensive management experience, including leading through change
• Significant experience in safeguarding and quality assurance within children\'s services
• Proven success in planning for and contributing to Ofsted inspections
• Strong understanding of the legislative and policy framework for services to children, young people, and families
• Experience working within a Signs of Safety framework
• Evidence of continuous professional development

How to apply

Confirmation of relevant qualifications

Supporting statement (applications without this will not be accepted)

To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed)

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.