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We are looking to recruit a Head of Service - Children Services in Swindon. The vacancy will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance.
Responsibilities include:
- To lead, plan, develop and deliver an expert professional service within the relevant service area. To support the development, management and delivery of Council services. Manage staff responsible for service delivery / support within the service area. To ensure the Council maximises service outcomes in relation to cost.
- Manage responses to complex professional or politically sensitive issues within the area of responsibility.
- Manage key relationships with delivery partners /providers /suppliers to commission / manage / evaluate / enhance appropriate service delivery / capacity within area of responsibility.
- Develops service plans to meet strategic business goals. Ensure compliance with all internal and external standards.
- Ensure the development and delivery of continuous improvements in all aspects of the service.
- Lead, motivate and develop staff to create and maintain a highly competent and participative workforce.
- Implement a risk management programme and advise on issues affecting Council service areas.
- Responsible for delivery of a rapid improvement programme to turn around an inadequate service and ensure statutory and regulatory compliance of the Reablement Service, within the exacting timeframes prescribed by CQC.
Minimum Requirements:
- SWE Registration
- 5 years' post qualifying experience within UK Social Care industry
- Managerial experience
- Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce:
- Your own personal consultant
- Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide
- DBS and Compliance Service
- Quick and Easy Registration Process
- Access to CPD
- Guaranteed weekly payment
To discuss this Head of Service position, or any similar vacancies we have available in the UK, please contact Ollie Barrett or email your updated CV today.
