Head of Service CWD - East London

Liquid Personnel are currently recruiting for a Head of Service to lead the Children and Young People with Disabilities (CYPD) service in Barking & Dagenham.

Barking & Dagenham is committed to delivering the best outcomes for children and young people with disabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a borough that is passionate about inclusion, innovation, and high-quality practice. You’ll be joining a stable and visionary leadership team that is driving transformation and excellence across services.

Your benefits as Head of Service – CYPD:

• Salary up to £101,234 (dependant on experience)
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Relocation package available
• Flexible working arrangements
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and development
• Excellent learning and development offer

About the service:

As Head of Service, you will lead a multi-disciplinary service including Early Help and Social Care teams, a CYPD Family Hub, Short Breaks, Portage, and Social Work teams. You’ll be responsible for strategic and operational leadership, ensuring high-quality, relationship-based practice and timely outcomes for children and families. The service is currently undergoing transformation aligned with the Families First National Reform agenda, and you’ll play a key role in shaping its future.

About you:

We are looking for a qualified social work professional with current SWE registration and extensive leadership experience in children’s services. You’ll bring a deep understanding of the challenges faced by children and young people with disabilities, and a passion for delivering inclusive, high-impact services. You’ll be a reflective, resilient leader who can inspire teams, drive performance, and build strong partnerships across the SEND and Adult Social Care landscape.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading and managing Early Help and Social Care services for CYPD
• Driving high performance, quality practice, and positive outcomes
• Supporting staff wellbeing and professional development
• Leading service transformation and improvement
• Building strong partnerships across the local area

Essential requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with valid SWE registration
• Proven leadership experience in children’s services
• Strong understanding of SEND, Early Help, and safeguarding
• Ability to manage risk, performance, and service development

If this sounds like it could be the right role for you, then please contact Mozz Radwan on 020 3857 3486 or Mozz.Radwan@liquidpersonnel.com

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