This role is responsible for leading safeguarding efforts within the council and its partnerships, aiming for outstanding services for children and families. Key responsibilities include:
Essentially, this person is the lead on child protection, working to ensure all systems and responses are effective and prioritize the safety of children.
This individual possesses a robust foundation in social work, evidenced by their professional qualification and significant post-qualifying experience in a statutory setting. This experience includes managing high-risk cases and complex care planning, demonstrating a deep understanding of the legal framework supporting families and protecting vulnerable children within the public care system. Their demonstrated ability to navigate intricate situations involving significant harm, coupled with strategic inter-agency collaboration, positions them as a seasoned professional adept at handling the complexities inherent in child protection. Moreover, they meet the Department for Education's standards for practice leaders and supervisors, indicating a proficiency in guiding and mentoring other professionals.
Furthermore, this person excels at fostering a positive and forward-thinking environment, capable of inspiring staff, children, and families towards sustainable change. They demonstrate a commitment to upholding best practice, regularly engaging in reflective practice and using evidence-based methods. They are proactive in ensuring children's needs are met, adept at considering long-term consequences of decisions, and skilled at navigating sensitive situations. With expertise in the Signs of Safety framework and a dedication to continuous improvement, they adeptly balance authoritative interventions with collaborative engagement, always championing a child-centered approach. They are also committed to upholding the council's Dignity for All policy.
Haringey is a vibrant and diverse borough located in the northern part of Greater London. With a rich history, diverse population, and a mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces, Haringey offers a unique and dynamic living experience.
Haringey Council has been through a journey of improvement over the past ten years, with continued aspirations to fulfil the first corporate priority of enabling every child the best start in life. We are looking for social workers that are ready for a fresh challenge, with the ability to make a real difference to the residents of Haringey.
We are investing in creating a better borough for all our residents and bettering the lives of children and young people in Haringey is our first corporate priority. With a population of approximately 250,000 people and a growing population of 0-19-year-olds, we are a diverse and fast-changing borough and tomorrow’s leaders; artists and innovators are busy growing up here.
Haringey is transforming its services for children and young people, and have already made exciting, innovative changes as we strive for excellence in all we do.
Our offer to staff includes:
Competitive remuneration packages
Investment in modern technology
Great Business support and experienced caring Team Managers
Haringey Academy – invests in continuous skills and learning development
Access to clinical support from Family Psychology Mutual, Anna Freud and Tavistock
Wellbeing service, leisure, and discount benefits (Council scheme)
Agile working
Travel Season ticket loans
A commitment to achieving excellence for our children
Strong, caring visible leadership
Remote and flexible working options
Local Authority pension