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Head of Service - Safeguarding and Quality Assurance
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 61,140 - 73,241 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Kent
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Head of Service – Safeguarding and Quality Assurance
Location: Medway
Salary permanent: £61,140 – £73,241 per annum
Closing date: 26 October 2025
We 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 role
As 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 England
A Level 5 Management qualification (NVQ or equivalent)
Extensive management experience, including leading through change
Significant experience in safeguarding and quality assurance within children’s services
Proven success in planning for and contributing to Ofsted inspections
Strong understanding of the legislative and policy framework for services to children, young people, and families
Experience working within a Signs of Safety framework
Evidence of continuous professional development
How to apply
Confirmation of relevant qualifications
Supporting statement (applications without this will not be accepted)
To find out more information please contact Lily at (url removed)
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