Head of Service - Safeguarding and Quality Assurance
Head of Service Safeguarding and Quality AssuranceLocation: Medway Salary permanent: £61,140 £73,241 per annumClosing date: 26 October 2025We are seeking a visionary Head of Service for Safeguarding and Quality Assurance to play a pivotal leadership role in driving excellence, innovation, and positive outcomes across our children s services.About the roleAs the Head of Service Safeguarding and Quality Assurance, you will provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure Medway s safeguarding standards remain robust, responsive, and child-focused. You ll lead on quality assurance, oversee Ofsted preparation, and champion continuous improvement across all safeguarding functions.You will bring: A recognised Social Work qualification (e.g. Degree, PGC in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent)Registration with Social Work EnglandA Level 5 Management qualification (NVQ or equivalent)Extensive management experience, including leading through changeSignificant experience in safeguarding and quality assurance within children s servicesProven success in planning for and contributing to Ofsted inspectionsStrong understanding of the legislative and policy framework for services to children, young people, and familiesExperience working within a Signs of Safety frameworkEvidence of continuous professional development How to applyConfirmation of relevant qualificationsSupporting statement (applications without this will not be accepted)To find out more information please contact Lily at
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