Service Leader for MASSH and OOH (Multi‑agency safeguarding and support hub and out of hours)
Salary: MB2 (£59,395 – £67,990). Hours: 37 hours Full‑time. Temporary (maternity leave cover until 31st July 2027). Hybrid: Stopford House and homeworking.
Your Role
Provide strategic and operational oversight of the Multi‑Agency Safeguarding and Support Hub (MASSH) and Out of Hours services to ensure children, young people and families receive the right support at the right time. Drive continuous improvement, champion the voice of children and families, and ensure services are safe, effective, evidence‑based and responsive to need. Lead integrated practice across agencies, manage quality assurance, performance, workforce leadership and inspection readiness within a restorative, multi‑agency model.
About You
Passionate about relationship‑based work with children and families and proud of your social work profession. Able to reflect and think strategically to build relationships and make a difference.
Experienced reviewing performance, quality assurance and associated action planning to improve service delivery and activity.
Highly experienced leader who has led or coached staff within children services, including offering supervision and support to practitioners.
Committed to professional development, eager to take up learning opportunities and excited to be part of Stockport Family as a Service Leader.
Benefits
- Restorative practice training offered to all; relationships are the key to working together with families and colleagues.
- Systemic social work practice and supervision skills available; access to training and foundation year.
- Co‑located, integrated working bringing local authority, health and education services together for swift support.
- High‑quality and regular supervision recognising staff as humans first, professionals second.
- Innovative and creative ways of working for continuous personal development.
- Supportive senior leadership team listening and responding to feedback.
- Regular informal learning circles to keep knowledge and skills up to date.
- Dedicated workforce development managers for every career stage.
- Ongoing commitment to Continuing Professional Development with regular training courses.
Additional Information
The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment clearances, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Stockport Council holds a Visa sponsorship licence but this campaign does not currently qualify.
We are committed to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers and ex‑military personnel. If you meet both the criteria for the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme and essential job role criteria, you will be guaranteed to be shortlisted for assessment.
Find out if you meet the criteria here: https://www.greater.jobs/our-guaranteed-assessment-scheme
If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the ‘About You’ or ‘Supporting Statement’ section of your application. Please also email recruitment@stockport.gov.uk.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Stockport Council is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities and support flexible/hybrid working arrangements, inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums.
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