PSW Safeguarding Head Of Service

PSW Safeguarding Head of Service – Redbridge Council

Location: Ilford, London (IG1 1NN)

Pay: £400 Per Day

Hours: 35 Hours Per Week | Monday – Friday

Contract: 4 Month Contract

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced senior Adult Social Care professional to join Redbridge Council as a PSW Safeguarding Head of Service.

This is a key leadership role providing strategic oversight, professional leadership, and safeguarding expertise across Adult Social Care services.

We are looking for a strong leader with extensive safeguarding experience who can support frontline practitioners, lead on complex risk management, and drive high-quality, person-centred practice across the service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on safeguarding practice, governance, quality assurance, and professional standards
• Deliver the Principal Social Worker remit across Adult Social Care
• Provide leadership and supervision support to frontline teams
• Drive improvement in practice, decision-making, and safeguarding outcomes
• Lead on Safeguarding Adults Reviews (SARs), Community MARAC, Self-Neglect & Hoarding protocols
• Represent the Council at regional and national safeguarding forums and boards
• Promote reflective supervision, workforce development, and practice improvement
• Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, Care Act duties, and safeguarding frameworks

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker
• Social Work England registration
• Extensive Adult Safeguarding experience within Local Authority settings
• Previous management or strategic leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, governance, and quality assurance frameworks
• Experience leading multi-agency partnerships and safeguarding initiatives

Apply now with your updated CV for immediate consideration.

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