Principal Service Lead - Through Care

Job description

Position: Interim Principal Service Lead - Through Care
Job Location: Dudley, UK
Salary: £520 Daily

Dudley Council invites you to embark on a thrilling career journey as an Interim Principal Service Lead - Through Care within our Children & Young People Leadership Team. You have the rare chance to be at the helm of shaping services for children with disabilities, fostering, residential care and emotional wellbeing, coordinating seamlessly with our Principal Service Lead for Children in Care and Care Experienced teams. This is a life-changing role where every day presents the opportunity to make meaningful impact. Join us on a full-time basis, where you will enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work model with three days onsite.

Perks and benefits:
- Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working with three days onsite, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance while making a real difference.
- As a qualified social worker, you will have access to ongoing professional development opportunities to refine your skills and advance your career.
- The opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment, where your contributions are valued and encouraged.
- Benefit from competitive daily rates, ensuring you are well-compensated for your expertise and dedication.

What you will do:
- Provide strategic leadership across Through Care services, focusing on children in care, care leavers, fostering, residential provisions and services for children with disabilities.
- Ensure outstanding support and positive outcomes by driving quality, performance and continuous improvement.
- Lead high-performing teams and partnerships, championing the voice of children and young people and embedding excellent corporate parenting.
- Collaborate across health, education, police and wider system partners to deliver service excellence and value for money.

Who we're looking for:
We are seeking a visible, authentic and ambitious leader with significant experience within Children's Social Care. You should possess a proven track record of delivering improvement in complex environments. Your leadership will inspire those around you to push boundaries and achieve excellence in all aspects of service delivery.

Dudley offers a vibrant and welcoming community, perfect for both work and play. Known for its rich history and beautiful parks, Dudley is an ideal place to inspire and be inspired. Join us and become a pivotal part of our mission to ensure excellence in child services within a community that cares deeply for its children and young people's future.

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