Lead Child Safeguarding Services – Hybrid & Impactful

Cheshire East; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dynamic Service Manager to lead the Child in Need and Child Protection Service. The role involves inspiring teams, driving excellence in safeguarding practice, and ensuring timely support for vulnerable children. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in children's services and demonstrate strong leadership skills. This opportunity offers a competitive salary up to £62,777, enhanced annual leave, flexible working patterns, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with yearly increases

34 to 39 days of annual leave

Flexible working pattern

Salary sacrifice green car scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Manager within children’s services.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality safeguarding practice.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across the Child in Need and Child Protection Service.
• Ensure high-quality, child-centred practice that meets statutory responsibilities.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to strengthen safeguarding.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding practice

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Resilience

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dynamic Service Manager to lead the Child in Need and Child Protection Service. The role involves inspiring teams, driving excellence in safeguarding practice, and ensuring timely support for vulnerable children. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in children's services and demonstrate strong leadership skills. This opportunity offers a competitive salary up to £62,777, enhanced annual leave, flexible working patterns, and a supportive team environment.