At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead Family Support services to improve outcomes for vulnerable children and families.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking council dedicated to community welfare.
- Benefits: Flexible working, career development, and support for unpaid carers.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for leadership and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of families while driving innovation.
- Qualifications: Recognised social work qualification and significant experience in social care.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Overview
In this role you lead Family Support and Protection services to improve outcomes for vulnerable children and families.
You will guide cross‑agency collaboration, shape practice direction, and ensure high-quality, relationship‑based social work.
The position includes responsibility for the Mid Essex Family Centre and a multi‑disciplinary team delivering intensive family support.
You help drive innovation in practice while aligning with council priorities and safeguarding obligations.
- Pay / Benefits
- flexible working arrangements
- support for unpaid carers
- commitment to disability and veteran inclusion
- opportunities for career development
- employee benefits (unspecified)
- ongoing professional development
Responsibilities
- Lead operational planning and performance reviews to meet council priorities
- Collaborate across functions and partners to deliver sustainable outcomes
- Manage resources and finances to ensure service quality and value
- Implement service changes and continuously improve delivery
- Leverage digital technologies to enhance service delivery and stakeholder engagement
- Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in decision making
- Translate goals into compliant, risk-aware practice and safeguarding standards
- Oversee customer interactions to build trust and resolve issues
- Key requirements
- Recognised social work qualification with current registration Social Work England
- Significant experience in social care with deep understanding of local delivery
- Strong leadership and ability to develop high-performing, diverse teams
- Experience of working in changing, ambiguous environments with competing priorities
- Proven influencing skills and capacity to lead cultural change
- Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners across the system
- Leadership
- Collaborative mindset
- Influencing and negotiation
- Adaptability and resilience
- Strong communication
- Digital technologies and innovation adoption in public sector
Service Manager Family Support and Protection - Mid Essex in Chelmsford employer: Essex County Council
Essex County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and flexible work environment for Social Workers dedicated to making a difference in the lives of young people with disabilities. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, innovative practices, and professional development, our team enjoys a nine-day working fortnight and numerous opportunities for growth within a dynamic local authority. Join us in Chelmsford, where your contributions will be valued, and together we can empower the next generation to thrive.
