Service Lead – Safeguarding Children and Families

7 days ago


StocktononTees, Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom Stockton Council Full time
Transforming Services for Children and Families

We are seeking two innovative and ambitious individuals to lead our Children and Families service, driving improvement in outcomes for children, young people, and their families. As Service Leads, you will oversee care planning for children in need of Child in Need, Child protection, PLO, and court care planning support.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage Children and Families teams, including Children with Disabilities, Edge of Care, and Adolescent teams
  • Develop and implement strategies to improve outcomes for children and families
  • Collaborate with specialist areas and traditional safeguarding teams to deliver high-quality services
  • Provide supervision, coaching, and mentoring to team members
  • Work closely with the Director of Children's Services and other senior leaders to drive service improvement
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary of £66,210 – £68,674 (plus pending pay award)
  • Relocation support of up to £8,000 to assist with your move to Stockton
  • Flexible working arrangements, including the ability to work from home
  • 27 days annual leave per year, rising to 32 with 5 years' service
  • Generous pension scheme through the LGPS
  • Access to a range of employee benefits, including salary sacrifice schemes and discounts at high street retailers

We are an ambitious organization with a strong commitment to empowering our staff and driving service improvement. If you are a dynamic and creative leader with a passion for transforming services for children and families, we encourage you to apply.



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