PSW Safeguarding Head of Service - Redbridge Council
Location: Ilford, London (IG1 1NN)
Pay: £400 Per Day
Hours: 35 Hours Per Week | Monday - Friday
Contract: 4 Month Contract
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced senior Adult Social Care professional to join Redbridge Council as a PSW Safeguarding Head of Service.
This is a key leadership role providing strategic oversight, professional leadership, and safeguarding expertise across Adult Social Care services.
We are looking for a strong leader with extensive safeguarding experience who can support frontline practitioners, lead on complex risk management, and drive high-quality, person-centred practice across the service.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead on safeguarding practice, governance, quality assurance, and professional standards
* Deliver the Principal Social Worker remit across Adult Social Care
* Provide leadership and supervision support to frontline teams
* Drive improvement in practice, decision-making, and safeguarding outcomes
* Lead on Safeguarding Adults Reviews (SARs), Community MARAC, Self-Neglect & Hoarding protocols
* Represent the Council at regional and national safeguarding forums and boards
* Promote reflective supervision, workforce development, and practice improvement
* Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, Care Act duties, and safeguarding frameworks
Requirements
* Qualified Social Worker
* Social Work England registration
* Extensive Adult Safeguarding experience within Local Authority settings
* Previous management or strategic leadership experience
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, governance, and quality assurance frameworks
* Experience leading multi-agency partnerships and safeguarding initiatives
Apply now with your updated CV for immediate consideration.
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