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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