Service Leader

Posted 5 days ago by Adecco

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Join a dynamic team of professionals and make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people in the Children's Social Care industry! Our client, a leading organisation in Croydon, London, is looking for a passionate and dedicated Service Leader to join their team on a temporary basis for 6 months, with the potential for extension.

As a Service Leader, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being and safety of vulnerable children and young people. You will be responsible for leading, motivating, and managing a team of up to 9 staff members, providing them with guidance and support to deliver a consistent and high-quality support service.

To excel in this role, you should have a strong background in safeguarding and quality assurance, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to ensuring the best possible outcomes for children and young people. A proven track record in leadership and team management is essential, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

In this fast-paced and challenging role, you will work closely with the Head of Service, providing support in areas such as diary and time management, acting as a go-to person for the service coordinators, and driving the delivery of an outstanding support service.

This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your skills and experience in children's social care, working with a dedicated and supportive team. With our client's commitment to professional development, you will have access to training and mentoring to help you excel in your role.

Key Requirements:

  • Strong background in safeguarding and quality assurance
  • Proven experience in leadership and team management
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to motivate and inspire a team
  • Enhanced DBS will be required

This is a full-time position, 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday. You will be office-based for 2 days and work hybrid for 3 days, offering flexibility and a healthy work-life balance.

If you are a driven and compassionate professional looking for a temporary role with the potential for growth, then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Apply now and join our client's team as a Service Leader, making a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

Note: Due to the anticipated high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.

Job Details:

- Industry: Children's Social Care

- Number of People Required: 1

- Contract Type: Temporary (6 months) with the view of extension

- Hourly Rate: £23.49 - £30.42

- Driving Required: No

- Working Pattern: Full Time (36 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

- Location: Croydon, London - CR0 1EA

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Apply today and take the next step in your career as a Service Leader.

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Required skills

  • Safeguarding
  • management
  • social care
  • social services
  • quality assurance

Application questions

Have you managed teams before?
Can you travel to Croydon?
Have you worked within Children Services before?
Have you worked as a service leader before?
Have you worked within the Public Sector before?

Reference: 53119306

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