Head of Children & Family Services

The Company is seeking a Head of Children and Family Services to provide strategic leadership for children’s social care and family support. The role will drive continuous improvement in early intervention, prevention, safeguarding, care planning, service performance, and outcomes for children, young people, and families. Responsibilities include inspiring and developing a diverse, multidisciplinary workforce, leading service innovation and transformation, and building effective partnerships across relevant sectors. The successful candidate will promote strengths-based practice and ensure children and families are central to decision-making. Applicants must be a qualified social work professional with a thorough understanding of the legislation, policies, and practice affecting children and family services. They should bring a strong record of sustainable improvement, values-based leadership, and experience leading multidisciplinary teams and system-wide collaboration. The role requires a clear vision for integrating early help, prevention, family support, and effective statutory intervention. Candidates should also demonstrate strengths-based practice, the ability to strengthen family networks, and a commitment to improving outcomes and experiences for children in care and care leavers.