- Salary
- £58 – £63
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Vincere
Description
Service Manager – Child Protection
South West England
6-month contract – immediate start
£58–£63 per hour
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
Hybrid working – 3 days on site
6-month contract – immediate start
£58–£63 per hour
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
Hybrid working – 3 days on site
CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing 10th June 2026
Are you ready to step into a Service Manager – Child Protection role where you will make an immediate, visible impact? This is your opportunity to take on a high-profile leadership position, shaping frontline services and driving meaningful change for children, young people and families. As Service Manager – Child Protection, you will report into senior leadership, leading key service areas and influencing performance, quality and outcomes across multiple teams. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and want to leave a lasting legacy, this Service Manager – Child Protection opportunity is not to be missed.
Your Role as Service Manager – Child Protection:
- Lead across referral & assessment, social work and permanency, ensuring safe and effective delivery
- Drive performance management & service improvement, delivering against key safeguarding targets
- Provide strong leadership & oversight to managers and frontline teams
- Ensure quality assurance & compliance with statutory requirements and legislation
- Manage budgets, contracts and multi-agency partnerships to strengthen outcomes
Your Previous Experience as Service Manager – Child Protection:
- Proven leadership within statutory children’s services at senior level
- Strong track record in safeguarding, performance & service improvement
- Ability to lead at pace, influence stakeholders and manage complex challenges
- Experience of multi-agency working and partnership collaboration
- Confident in overseeing budgets, contracts and operational delivery
This Service Manager – Child Protection role offers you the chance to step into a critical leadership position and drive impactful change from day one. You’ll be joining a service that is ambitious, forward-thinking and committed to delivering better outcomes for every child and family it supports.
If you’re ready to take on this Service Manager – Child Protection contract and make a real difference, apply today or get in touch to discuss further, Sarah Macrae 0117 313 7110.
We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do reach out if you know someone suitable.
Our clients are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Skills
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