Director of Family Help and Care

London Borough of Lewisham
Up to £128,000
Hackney

We could not be prouder of our family help and social care offer including being a Families First for Children Pathfinder, which is an endorsement of our deep commitment to delivering the best possible outcomes for all our children and young people.

THE ROLE

We’re looking for an experienced leader and qualified social worker to lead redesigned pathfinder services, including working in an integrated way with local partners and supporting other local authorities to follow our lead in transforming ways of working.

The many strengths highlighted in our recent inspection reports highlight the great strides we have made in providing high-quality services to our children and families. Join us on this ongoing journey of excellence if you’re driven, passionate and determined to improve young lives in Lewisham.

INFORMATION

For further details, please click on the role profile and useful links below, or for more information please contact Sunita Patel on 07561 708023 or sunita.patel@starfishsearch.com.

ROLE PROFILE    
Timeline

Closing date: Friday 14th March 2025

Longlist meeting: w/c 24th March 2025

Technical interviews: w/c 31st March 2025

Shortlist meeting: w/c 7th April 2025

Stakeholder sessions and final panel interview: 14th – 25th April 2025

Useful Links
Children and Young People Directorate Structure Chart VIEW
ITV Report - Access to the frontline of children’s social services VIEW
Inspection of Lewisham Local Authority Children’s Services Report VIEW
Lewisham Families First for Children Pathfinder Presentation VIEW
Families First for Children Pathfinder: Summary Design Specification VIEW
Lewisham Council - Our Values VIEW
A message from the Executive Director of Children and Young People VIEW
How to apply

To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:

  • Your CV (no more than three sides of A4).
  • A supporting statement (no more than three sides of A4) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria.

If our client is a member of the Disability Confident Scheme and you would like to apply under the scheme, please state that clearly at the top of your supporting statement, along with any adjustments you require to be made if invited for interview.

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