Interim Head of Corporate Parenting - Southend-on-Sea - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable social work agency is seeking an Interim Head of Corporate Parenting in Southend-on-Sea. This role involves delivering effective parenting services for children in care, requiring strong leadership and expertise in social work. The successful candidate will have a Social Work Degree, registration with Social Work England, and a proven track record of working with vulnerable children. The position offers a competitive daily rate of £600 and the chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant coastal community.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Enhanced professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Substantial experience in managing local delivery teams.
• Understanding of relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strong and effective social work and corporate parenting services.
• Develop and maintain services for children who may suffer significant harm.
• Lead effective multi-agency and partnership working.
• Act as the strategic lead for Looked After Children and Care Leavers.

Skills

Expert knowledge of working with vulnerable children

Strong comprehension of the political context in local government

Highly skilled in partnership work at a senior level

Experience in strategies to reduce social exclusion

Education

Social Work Degree

Job description

Overview

Interim Head of Corporate Parenting – Southend-on-Sea – £600 Daily. Take on a fulfilling role as the Interim Head of Corporate Parenting in the vibrant Southend-on-Sea, where you’ll be earning a handsome £600 daily. This ongoing full-time position provides you with the chance to significantly impact the lives of children and families through strategic leadership in social work and corporate parenting services. Lead and manage with excellence at the Allan Cole Centre and make a difference in children’s lives across Southend.

Perks and benefits

• Enjoy the flexibility and variety that come with locum work, allowing you to expand your experience and gain exposure to various facets of social work.
• Competitive daily rate of £600, offering an attractive earning potential that rewards your expertise and efforts.
• Work in the lovely seaside town of Southend-on-Sea, where the accessibility to the beach offers an ideal spot to unwind after a fulfilling day at work.
• Enhanced professional development opportunities that are not only rewarding but also expand your leadership capabilities in a significant sector.
• A supportive work environment with a team committed to making a difference, providing you the camaraderie and resource sharing needed for success.

Main Purpose of the Job

As the Interim Head of Corporate Parenting, you are wholly responsible for delivering strong and effective social work and corporate parenting services to children and families across Southend. You will strategically manage the Allan Cole Centre to ensure effective family time for children in care.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain services that meet the needs of children who may suffer significant harm, ensuring they are carefully investigated and appropriately responded to.
• Collaborate with other Heads of Service while taking full responsibility for outcomes within your area.
• Ensure the social, emotional, and educational needs of all children in care are met, leading to improved outcomes for Looked After Children and Care Leavers.
• Lead effective multi-agency and partnership working to protect children.
• Guarantee that the Authority fulfills its legal, regulatory, and national standards in meeting the needs of vulnerable individuals and groups.
• Act as the strategic lead for Looked After Children, Care Leavers, Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children, and drive forward permanency and Corporate Parenting arrangements.

Requirements

• A Social Work Degree and registration with Social Work England.
• Expert knowledge of working with vulnerable children and understanding relevant legislation.
• Experienced in strategies to reduce social exclusion and anti-social behaviour.
• Strong comprehension of the political context in local government.
• Highly skilled in partnership work at a senior level, with significant experience in driving service improvement.
• Specialist knowledge and substantial experience in managing local delivery teams.

Southend-on-Sea offers a beautiful coastal lifestyle with plenty of attractions, making it an inviting and enjoyable place to live and work. Its sandy beaches, diverse culture, and vibrant community make it an ideal location for both professional and personal growth. Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and embrace the uniqueness of this wonderful seaside town.

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