Service Manager - Safeguarding and Review

It is a really exciting time for the service as we focus on improving our quality of practice, strengthening our partnership working & effectiveness and ensuring that plans for children are meeting their needs and keeping them safe. We are looking for a strong leader with extensive practice knowledge to be able to lead the service.

This is a critical role in the day to day leadership and management of Independent Reviewing Officers (IRO's) and Child Protection Conference Chairs and also driving the development of the service in line with the service plan and identified priorities.

The Safeguarding Service is aligned with the Practice Improvement and Learning Service and the Strategic Safeguarding Partnership business unit and this has resulted in partnership working and connections have strengthened and more collaborative working is taking place.

You will have a genuine commitment to our EPIC values and working with partners to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families.

You will have strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to inspire and motivate others. You will be able to demonstrate flexibility, adaptability and resilience in the face of challenges and changing circumstances.

You will be able to demonstrate a willingness to embrace diversity, equality and inclusion in all aspects of your work, and create an environment that recognises the unique strengths and perspectives of every individual.

Trafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors have a Vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford's huge potential.

Our vision: Trafford where all our residents, businesses and communities thrive.

Trafford is a lively, prosperous place to put down roots and build a career. The council and Trafford schools employ around 8,000 people, who are central to making the area great. In return for their commitment, the council offers its employees development opportunities, as well as a fair and flexible workplace. The council is a Living Wage Employer.