Head of Quality Assurance
Hybrid-working, alternative / flexible working options are available)
We’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind
The role
This role is a unique and exciting opportunity to make a real difference for children and young people in the London Borough of Camden.
Reporting to our Director for Relational Practice, you will be a key member of Camden’s Children and Learning Directorate and will play a vital role in the development of children and learning services and will be responsible for providing leadership across quality assurance, safeguarding, practice improvement, and workforce development.
Leading a high-performing, supportive and cohesive team, that is keen to achieve even more, you will be tasked with:
Reviewing, finessing and delivering our quality assurance framework, building on the achievements we have already delivered
Ensuring that quality assurance runs across all children’s and learning services (e.g. including SEND and Youth Justice) and that all services are relational, attend to rigour, and are innovative
Enabling social workers and practitioners to consistently deliver exceptional services
Collaborating with our Principal Social Worker and Head of Learning and Practice to embed continuous improvement and evidence impact
This is a politically restricted post, and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS.
About Camden
Camden is a place where everyone can thrive and the council is committed to all its children having the best start in life: enjoying an excellent school experience in an ambitious and inclusive environment and having opportunities to lead flourishing lives.
We’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind.
Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.
We’re ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine how we’re supporting people, and we’ll redefine what a career can be.
To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our people by visiting www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories
About you
This role calls for a qualified social worker who is an experienced practitioner with a strong track-record of leadership across local authority children’s services.
You’ll need in-depth theoretical knowledge of social work and relational practice, with experience of leading transformational change, with demonstrable impact for the lives of children.
Next steps
If you are looking for a fresh and stimulating opportunity with an inclusive and supportive team, then look no further. Please apply with a copy of your CV and a Cover Letter, and for a confidential discussion please call Andrew Tromans on 07805 226 301.
Applications deadline: Sunday, 3^rd November 2024