Deputy Head of Service - Access and Safeguarding

Deputy Head of Service - Access and Safeguarding

Full-Time 71468 £ / year No working from home possible
London Borough of Hackney

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and innovate in adult social care, ensuring safety and independence for the community.
  • Company: Dynamic local authority in Hackney, committed to equity and community values.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to make a real impact.
  • Other info: Join a vibrant team dedicated to fairness and innovation in Hackney.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of social care and drive positive change in diverse communities.
  • Qualifications: Visionary leadership skills and experience in safeguarding and social care.

Make a Real Difference: Lead the Future of Adult Social Care in Hackney! Hackney is one of the most dynamic and progressive local authorities in the UK. We are a resilient, vibrant, and creative borough in the heart of London, with strong, diverse communities and a powerful set of shared values. Over the past twenty years, the Council has built up first-class services, outstanding public infrastructure, and a reputation for excellence, innovation, and ambition. We are leading the way on essential work such as our fight for equity in Hackney with a particular focus on becoming an actively anti-racist borough. But the work doesn’t stop there, we are proactive in our approach to bringing fairness to all aspects of life including gender, neurodiversity and across the poverty divide.

Our Hackney ASC Vision: We want people to achieve what matters to them, in partnership with our communities in Hackney. Where they need support, together we can find a solution that keeps them safe, well, and independent.

Are you a visionary leader ready to shape the first point of contact for adult social care? We are seeking a Deputy Head of Service for Access and Safeguarding to provide critical strategic and operational oversight. This pivotal role ensures the highest standards of quality assurance and practice across our essential safeguarding functions and our vital Access and Duty team.

Deputy Head of Service - Access and Safeguarding employer: London Borough of Hackney

Join Hackney Council, a forward-thinking local authority committed to making a real difference in adult social care. With a strong focus on equity, diversity, and community engagement, we offer a supportive work culture that fosters professional growth and innovation. Located in the vibrant borough of Hackney, employees benefit from a dynamic environment that champions inclusivity and empowers individuals to achieve their goals.

London Borough of Hackney

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London Borough of Hackney Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Deputy Head of Service - Access and Safeguarding

Leadership Skills
Strategic Oversight
Operational Management
Quality Assurance
Safeguarding Practices
Community Engagement
Problem-Solving Skills