Service Manager, Children's Residential and Resources

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council; Ebbw Vale; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Wales seeks a Service Manager for Residential and Resources to lead innovative services for looked after children. The role involves managing residential provisions, driving organisational development, and representing children's services across forums. Candidates should possess a degree-level qualification, significant management experience, and knowledge of social care policies. Join a supportive leadership team dedicated to improving the lives of children in the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Agile working options

Supportive senior leadership team

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing children’s social services.
• Proven ability to work across interagency boundaries.
• Knowledge of post-pandemic challenges in social care.

Responsibilities

• Manage residential services for looked after children.
• Drive change and champion organisational development.
• Represent Children’s Services at various forums.
• Deliver performance reporting and ensure compliance.
• Build strong partnerships with other agencies.
• Empower a skilled and qualified workforce.

Skills

Management experience in Children’s Social Services

Knowledge of social care and health policy issues

Ability to foster a performance culture

Education

Degree-level qualification (preferably in Social Work)

Job description

A local government authority in Wales seeks a Service Manager for Residential and Resources to lead innovative services for looked after children. The role involves managing residential provisions, driving organisational development, and representing children's services across forums. Candidates should possess a degree-level qualification, significant management experience, and knowledge of social care policies. Join a supportive leadership team dedicated to improving the lives of children in the community.