Head of Family Support and Child Protection
London Borough of Brent
£88,047 - £107,819
Brent is brimming with ambition and opportunity, and we celebrate our status as one of the most diverse, multicultural boroughs in the UK. Together with our partners, we are building a fairer, more equitable Brent where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
THE ROLE
The Head of Family Support and Child Protection will lead and manage services that safeguard and support Brent’s most vulnerable children and young people. This includes overseeing the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub, family support, and child protection/court teams, ensuring children are protected and receive timely, effective services. The role involves strategic planning, policy leadership, and service improvement, working closely with senior leaders, elected members, and multi-agency partners.
Reporting to the Director of Early Help and Social Care, you will be a qualified and experienced social work professional with a strong track record of leadership in children’s services, particularly in safeguarding and child protection. You will demonstrate deep knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice, and have experience delivering services in diverse communities under high pressure. You will be an inclusive and collaborative leader, skilled in partnership working, performance management, and strategic planning, bringing a strong track record of delivering customer focused services and service improvements.
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 / sunita.patel@starfishsearch.com or Jamie Brown on 020 3971 0839 / jamie.brown@starfishsearch.com.
ROLE PROFILE Structure ChartTimeline
Closing date: 17th September 2025
Shortlist meeting: 25th September 2025
Final interviews: 1st, 2nd, 3rd October 2025
Useful Links
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.
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