OR26578 (JS) - Service Manager

Job Description (for job advert)

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Service Manager to lead a key area within Children's Social Care. You will be responsible for delivering safe, high-quality services that achieve positive outcomes for children, young people, and families, while leading teams and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams, providing supervision, support, and performance oversight
• Ensure services are safe, effective, and compliant with statutory requirements
• Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure timely responses to referrals
• Monitor performance, manage targets, and drive service improvement
• Manage budgets and ensure effective use of resources
• Work collaboratively with partners including health, education, and social care
• Contribute to strategic planning and service development

Requirements

• Significant experience in children's social care, including leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation
• Proven ability to manage teams and deliver high-quality services
• Experience working in multi-agency environments
• Strong communication, organisational, and decision making skills
• Relevant social work qualification (or equivalent experience)