Senior Manager, Children in Care Services

Civic Recruitment Limited; Dudley; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited seeks a strategic and operational leader for Children in Care services in Dudley. You will drive service improvements, champion relationship-based practice, and ensure children's voices shape decisions and delivery.

The role is a 4-5 month contract with a Local Authority, focusing on safeguarding, performance, and continuous improvement, reporting to Team Managers and guiding frontline teams.

Qualifications

• Recognized Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent).
• Current registration with Social Work England.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operational leadership and management of Children in Care teams.
• Guide and support Team Managers to deliver high-quality services and achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement within the service.
• Enhance practice, performance, and service delivery.
• Ensure timely, effective, and outcome-focused interventions for children.
• Lead quality assurance processes and implement necessary service improvements.
• Ensure adherence to statutory responsibilities, legislation, policies, and procedures.

Education

Social Work qualification

Social Work England registration

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited seeks a strategic and operational leader for Children in Care services in Dudley. You will drive service improvements, champion relationship-based practice, and ensure children's voices shape decisions and delivery.

The role is a 4-5 month contract with a Local Authority, focusing on safeguarding, performance, and continuous improvement, reporting to Team Managers and guiding frontline teams.