Strategic Service Lead: Children in Care & Adoption

Wigan Council; Wigan; Hybrid; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Wigan seeks a Service Lead for Children in Care, Care Leavers, and Adoption. This pivotal leadership role focuses on enhancing support for vulnerable children and care leavers. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in children's social care and exhibit strong leadership, compassion, and resilience. The role offers opportunities for flexible work options and is critical in driving strategic change within the community.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Exclusive rewards and benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record in children's social care, especially supporting care leavers.
• Ability to inspire and empower teams to deliver high-quality practice.
• Strategic insight and operational expertise in leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the service for Children in Care and Care Leavers.
• Ensure support for children and care leavers to thrive.
• Drive transformation and champion corporate parenting within the service.

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Resilience

Child-Centered Practice

Education

Experience in children's social care

Completion of GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme

Job description

A local government authority in Wigan seeks a Service Lead for Children in Care, Care Leavers, and Adoption. This pivotal leadership role focuses on enhancing support for vulnerable children and care leavers. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in children's social care and exhibit strong leadership, compassion, and resilience. The role offers opportunities for flexible work options and is critical in driving strategic change within the community.