Job Description
Head of Childrens Services | North East Lincolnshire | Full Time | £38,000 per annum
About our client
Our client is a local charity dedicated to supporting people affected by domestic abuse. They provide practical support, safe accommodation, advice, and guidance to help individuals and families rebuild their lives. The organisation also works closely with local services and the wider community to create safer, stronger communities.
Whats in it for you?
* £38,000 per annum, full-time (Monday to Friday, 9 am5 pm), with flexible working hours, including occasional evenings or emergency support, to meet the needs of children and staff
* Lead and develop a dedicated team delivering frontline childrens services
* Opportunity to implement and shape innovative groupwork programmes for children and young people
* Work within a supportive, mission-driven organisation committed to child safeguarding and wellbeing
* Access to ongoing professional development, including accredited IDVA training
* Generous holiday allowance and supportive workplace culture
Are you the right person for the job?
We are looking for a passionate and experienced leader who:
* Has at least 2 years experience managing childrens services staff
* Understands the impact of domestic abuse on children and families
* Is skilled in safeguarding, child protection, and trauma-informed practice
* Can manage performance, ensure quality outcomes, and develop new systems or practices
* Has excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
* Can remain calm under pressure and provide professional support in crisis situations
What will your role look like?
As Head of Childrens Services, you will:
* Lead, manage, and support childrens services staff to deliver high-quality, outcomes-focused support
* Carry a caseload of children requiring 1:1 support, ensuring risks and needs are addressed
* Oversee safeguarding, risk assessment, and lone working procedures, acting as the lead professional for child protection
* Develop, deliver, and evaluate groupwork programmes such as Day Programmes, Talking to My Mum, Childrens Freedom Programme, Expect Respect, and ACE Recovery Toolkit
* Ensure compliance with legislation, organisational policies, and funder requirements
* Represent childrens services at internal, multi-agency, and national meetings
* Manage staff recruitment, supervision, performance reviews, and professional development
* Monitor, audit, and report on service delivery, outcomes, and quality standards
* Promote service user involvement, ensuring childrens voices are heard and acted upon
* Contribute to fundraising, awareness, and outreach activities when required
As this role involves working in women-only spaces, applications are only accepted from women in line with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
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