Are you looking for an exciting new challenge which gives you the opportunity to assume a leadership role where you will drive the quality of practice in our work with children and their families?

Due to the retirement of the current post holder a vacancy has arisen for the Head of Quality of Practice. If you are passionate about the delivery of high-quality practice which makes a difference to children and their families and want to work alongside Andrew and Pene Turnell in our implementation for Signs of Safety, this is not an opportunity to be missed!

Our Quality of Practice Framework is key in enabling our understanding of our work and driving practice which is strengths based, relational and focused on ensuring children and their families receive the right help at the right time.

The role includes responsibility for the Independent Reviewing Service, workforce development, Principal Social Worker, LADO and Safeguarding Business Manager therefore the ability to influence and impact across the service.

This role is suitable as a job sharing position. 

Relocation expenses, in accordance with the City of York Council’s Relocation Policy, may be available for the successful candidate subject to meeting the relevant criteria.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for this role. Each role at CYC is different and your working arrangements will be determined based on the requirements of the role and in collaboration with you and your needs as part of the recruitment process. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team.

City of York Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful candidate to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The Council is committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning & Development. In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Danielle Johnson, Director of Safeguarding: Danielle.johnson@york.gov.uk   Tel: 07429994704

Closing date: Sunday 21 July 2024 at 12 midnight

Interview date: Tuesday 4 July 2023 OR Week commencing Monday 3 July 2023