Service Manager – Improvement

HCRG Workforce Solutions; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Improvement Manager to lead a targeted programme for Children in Care. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Social Work, at least 3 years of experience with a local authority, and excellent interpersonal skills. This full-time, temporary role offers a daily salary of £420. The position requires a proactive approach in safeguarding and empowerment, along with a dedication to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post qualified experience in direct employment with an English Local Authority.
• Social Work England registered.

Responsibilities

• Work across both service areas.
• Drive improvement when vulnerabilities are most acute.
• Deliver structured programmes for service improvement.
• Stay aligned with practice standards and expectations.
• Ensure recommendations for Peer Reviews are fully progressed.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong case management

Problem-solving ability

Resilience and empathy

Proactive team player

Education

Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Role: Improvement Manager
Salary: £420 per day
Job Type: Full time, Temporary
Hours: 9am to 5pm

About the Role

As an improvement manager, you will lead a targeted improvement programme for Children in Care and Care Experienced Service, which have been identified as requiring intensified support.

Responsibilities

• Work across both service areas
• Drive improvement when vulnerabilities are most acute
• Deliver structure programmes for service improvement
• Stay aligned with practice standards and expectations
• Ensure recommendations for Peer Reviews are fully progressed and embedded into day-to-day practice

Who We Are Looking For

• Education: Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)
• Licenses: Social Work England registered
• Experience: Minimum 3 years post qualified experience in direct employment with an English Local Authority

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong case management and problem-solving ability
• Resilience and empathy when working with complex cases
• Proactive team player who values safeguarding and empowerment

Why Join HCRG Staffing?

HCRG Staffing is one of the leading Healthcare recruitment companies in the UK. With over 20 years of experience, we have exclusive access to more roles than any other agency.

With a strong reputation for delivering skilled temporary healthcare staff into healthcare providers across the UK, HCRG Staffing not just offers a job, but a rewarding career where you can make a vital difference in peoples lives. Whether you’re an experienced healthcare professional or just stating our, you’ll benefit from comprehensive training, flexible working patterns and growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunities

HCRG Staffing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability.