Head of Service - Fostering and Residential

We are looking to recruit a Head of Service to oversight the Fostering and Children's Residential Service areas within Rotherham. Our client has a well-structure and organised team that are looking to grow their staffing levels. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team.

This is a hybrid role, and candidates will be expected to work in the borough for a minimum of 3 days per week.

Main duties include:

• The post holder will have responsibility for strategic management oversight of the Fostering and Children's Residential Service areas. This includes Fostering case holding, marketing and assessment and the PAUSE service. Residential provisions include oversight of the residential transformation program, oversight of 5 established children's homes, a short breaks service and 16 + provision.

• The post holder will have responsibility for delivering high level advice and guidance which significantly influences, either directly or indirectly, the trust and confidence of the community and/or Council.

• This will involve the strategic planning, review, design and transformation of services to deliver sustainable and safe outcomes for high-risk vulnerable client groups to ensure people's needs are met and value for money achieved.

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work / NHS Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss this Head of Service vacancy or any similar vacancies we currently have available in Rotherham, please email your updated CV to us or contact Ollie Barrett at Akerman Pierce for more information.