Chief of Staff

24 hours ago


Portsmouth, Portsmouth, United Kingdom Portsmouth City Council Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Chief of Staff to join our team at Portsmouth City Council. As a key member of our Children's Services department, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide advice and guidance to employers, organisations, and individuals on safeguarding and child protection matters.
  • Coordinate the safeguarding and investigative process in response to concerns about adult behaviour.
  • Liaise with police, Ofsted, and other agencies to ensure effective multi-agency working.
  • Manage complex child protection and safeguarding concerns, and have experience of performance management.
Requirements
  • Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England.
  • Substantial post-qualifying experience in child protection work, including management or supervisory experience.
  • Excellent communication skills and experience in multi-agency working.
What We Offer
  • Generous annual leave (27 days per year rising to 31, pro rata for part-time hours).
  • A fantastic pension scheme.
  • Flexible working options, including hybrid working.
  • Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities.
  • Extensive wellbeing support.

We are committed to promoting a 'think family' approach to safeguarding and reunification in Portsmouth. If you are a confident and competent children's social worker with a passion for safeguarding, we would love to hear from you.


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