Lead Child Protection Specialist

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sanctuary Personnel Ltd Full time

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd, a dedicated recruitment agency, has an exciting permanent position available for a highly skilled Lead Child Protection Specialist to work full-time in the London area.

About Us

We are Sanctuary Personnel Ltd, an innovative and committed recruitment agency passionate about delivering exceptional services. Our mission is to build long-lasting relationships with our clients and candidates by promoting Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI).

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and developing services to support the Children & Families Service in delivering high-quality services to children and families. This involves personally undertaking policy work, managing local service delivery, and commissioning services effectively.

Key Responsibilities:
  • To oversee the management of local service development projects, including developing and maintaining project timescales.
  • To ensure effective decision-making in all children's matters, adhering to legislation, local procedures, and best practice.
  • To lead a multi-disciplinary staff team within the functional unit, ensuring high-quality services across various disciplines.
  • To provide cover for the Head of Service when necessary, supporting the Emergency Duty Team, community, and residential services outside normal office hours.
Requirements:

Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential for this role, along with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of child protection policies and procedures.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary for this permanent position is up to £59,313 per annum. As a valued member of our team, you will also receive comprehensive training on EDI and other compliance courses.

How We Support You:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. We strive to create an inclusive environment that supports everyone's needs.



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