An opportunity has arisen to join our Children & Family Social Care service. We are seeking a highly ambitious leader who will work collaboratively and strategically to deliver outstanding services to children, young people and their families.

Creativity, ambition and a focus on people. That’s what matters at Barnsley Council. Our award-winning council is on an exciting journey of change. It’s all about putting local people at the heart of everything, listening to and doing good for our communities. We’re now more innovative, more efficient and provide better value for money. The changes are clear to see - from new businesses and jobs, to improving school results and to museums being recognised for their community engagement. 

Your role in our journey

As Head of Service Front Door / Targeted Early Help, you’ll provide senior strategic and operational leadership across defined areas of the services, taking a lead role in the development and implementation of services and strategies which promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people across the borough. You will have responsibility for maintaining high performance and driving forward continual improvement in our teams. You will be an outstanding individual who understands the value of social work practice and who has substantial experience of delivering first class services to children, young people and their families.  You will provide support to the Service Director and develop operational relationships, shaping the right services and outcomes for them.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Matthew Boud, Service Director matthewboud@barnsley.gov.uk

For further information please visit: https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/hos-front-door