MASH Service Manager - Lead Multi-Agency Safeguarding

Opus People Solutions Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Peterborough seeks an experienced Service Manager to lead its Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub. This role requires overseeing a team and ensuring effective safeguarding interventions for children and families. The ideal candidate will possess a recognized social work qualification, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to quality practice improvements. The position emphasizes collaboration across multiple agencies, requiring a strategic mindset to drive service development and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within safeguarding or children's services.
• Ability to produce formal reports and contribute to strategic discussions.
• Capacity for high-quality supervision and support for staff development.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise a Children and Families team.
• Chair multi-agency service meetings and ensure follow-up actions.
• Audit performance and produce quality assurance reports.
• Develop and oversee MASH operations.

Skills

Social Work England registration

Childcare legislation knowledge

Professional leadership

Analytical skills

Anti-discriminatory practice commitment

Education

Recognised social work qualification

Job description

A local government organization in Peterborough seeks an experienced Service Manager to lead its Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub. This role requires overseeing a team and ensuring effective safeguarding interventions for children and families. The ideal candidate will possess a recognized social work qualification, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to quality practice improvements. The position emphasizes collaboration across multiple agencies, requiring a strategic mindset to drive service development and quality assurance.