Job Description

We are looking to recruit a Head of Service - Children Services in Birmingham. The vacancy will be for an initial 3-6 months with potential for extension subject to internal circumstance and your performance.

CANDIDATE MUST HAVE LOCAL AUTHORITY EXPERIENCE & LEAVING CARE KNOWLEDGE

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.