Head of Service
1 week ago
OverviewHead of Provider Services Location: Medway, KentSalary: £61,140 – £73,241 per annumPlus:Special Allowance: £5,573 per annumSkills Allowance: £10,000 per annumOut of Hours Payment: £3,000 per annumDesignation: Head of Provider ServicesDirectorate: Children & AdultsDivision: Children’s ServicesResponsible to: Assistant Director – Children’s ServicesGrade: Service ManagerAbout the Role Medway Council is seeking a visionary and strategic Head of Provider Services to lead and innovate within Children’s Services. This pivotal role will provide strategic leadership, drive service excellence, and ensure the highest standards of care for children, young people, and families.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the strategic development of Provider Services, including the design and implementation of strategies, policies, and service improvements.Maintain strategic oversight of the Sufficiency Plan, fostering strong partnerships to secure stable, high-quality placements for children in care.Oversee children’s placements and financial forecasting, working closely with Commissioning to monitor spend, analyse impact, and plan for future demand.Act as the strategic lead for Adoption Partnership South East (Bexley, Kent & Medway).Drive performance through clear KPIs, embedding best practice and improving outcomes for children and young people.Manage service budgets, ensuring delivery is safe, efficient, and within financial frameworks.Deputise for the Assistant Director and provide cover for other Heads of Service where required.Participate in the senior management on-call rota.About YouTo be successful, you will be an experienced and influential leader with a proven track record in children’s social care. You will bring passion, innovation, and commitment to service improvement.Hold a recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, PGC, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent)Be registered with Social Work EnglandHold an NVQ Level 5 in Management (or equivalent)Have extensive senior management experience, including delivering changeDemonstrate significant experience within children’s services and service specialismHave contributed to and prepared for Ofsted inspectionsPossess in-depth understanding of legislative and policy frameworks for children and familiesHave experience working within a Signs of Safety practice modelEvidence continuous professional developmentWhy Join Medway?At Medway, we are committed to improving outcomes for our children and families. You will be part of a leadership team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.ApplyIf you are ready to take on a high-impact leadership role and shape the future of children’s services in Medway, we’d love to hear from you.To apply or request more information, please contact:Delanie Heyes – Service Care SolutionsEmail: (url removed) or call (phone number removed)Job InfoJob Title: Head of ServiceCompany: Service Care SolutionsLocation: Maidstone, KentPosted: Oct 17th 2025Sector: Social CareContract: PermanentHours: Full TimeWelcome to Fresh Jobs the place to find the freshest job vacancies and career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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