Job Description

Ackerman Pierce is actively recruiting a Service Manager for the Children with Disabilities Service in Havering. This position is initially for 3-6 months, with potential for extension based on performance and internal circumstances.

Responsibilities:

The Service Manager is responsible for:

• Manage, lead and oversee the day-to-day service delivery of the CWD Service, ensuring the service functions runs smoothly and to a high professional standard in line with good practice and guidance.
• Take a leading role with the Strategic Head of Service for Early Help, CWD and family support (Head of Service) in the continuous improvement of the Service based on performance, risk and demand.

Deliverables:

• Manage and oversee staff to ensure effective delivery of services to children, young people, and their families
• Lead and monitor staff in ensuring robust recording of information on relevant systems and databases
• Lead on the recruitment, training, assessment and ongoing support of potential Carers
• Assist the Head of Service in planning and developing services for vulnerable children, young people, and their families, identifying needs and potential difficulties/challenges

Working Model:

• Hybrid model
• Flexible approach involving working from our town hall campus/hubs.
• Encouraging face to face working for teams as we know how important this is for all meetings with children and family take place face to face.

Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience as a Service Manager within the UK Social Care industry.

The Team:

• Join a well-structured, organized team that is expanding its staffing levels.

Minimum Requirements:

• 5 years' post-qualification experience in a similar role within the UK.
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can assist with obtaining this).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• DipSW/CQSW equivalent.
• SWE Qualification.

Benefits of Working with Ackerman Pierce:

• Personal consultant support.
• Access to a variety of Social Care jobs nationwide.
• DBS and Compliance Service.
• Quick and easy registration process.
• Access to CPD (Continuing Professional Development).
• Guaranteed weekly payment.

To discuss this Service Manager role or explore similar vacancies in London, please contact Ollie Barrett at Ackerman Pierce or email your updated CV to us today.