Team Leader / Team Manager Children Services

Guidant Global; Kempston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in child safeguarding in Bedford is seeking a Team Lead / Team Manager to oversee the Integrated Front Door team. The ideal candidate will lead the development of safeguarding services, ensure effective responses to child referrals, and maintain strict data governance. This role offers up to £44.50 per hour and requires a passionate leader ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children.

Qualifications

• Experienced Manager in safeguarding services.
• Ability to lead and develop teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Integrated Front Door for safeguarding.
• Ensure efficient responses to safeguarding contacts and referrals.
• Oversee operational decisions on referrals and assessments.
• Maintain adherence to information governance protocols.

Job description

Overview

Team Lead / Team Manager Needed in Bedford!

Location: Bedford Borough
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Hours: 08:45 - 17:30
Rate: Up to £44.50 per hour (umbrella)

Are you an experienced Manager ready to lead and develop a vital safeguarding service? We're seeking a Team Lead / Team Manager to oversee our Integrated Front Door (MASH) team on an interim basis!

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and embedding of the Integrated Front Door as the single contact point for safeguarding vulnerable children in Bedford.
• Ensure prompt, efficient responses to all contacts and referrals.
• Oversee operational decisions about contacts, referrals, and child-in-need assessments, ensuring timeliness and effectiveness.
• Maintain strict adherence to information governance protocols to safeguard data.
• Allocate work effectively within the team, ensuring protocols are followed per Working Together guidance.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external partners to research enquiries, identify risks, and make timely decisions.
• Develop consensus views on individual cases and hold ultimate responsibility for decision-making.
• Deliver positive outcomes for children and young people through effective leadership.

What happens now?

If you're passionate about making a real difference and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you! Apply on below post

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We look forward to hearing from you!