Service Manager – Children in Our Care and Care Leavers
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 08 Hydref 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £50,001.00 i £110,000.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £55,591 - £58,883 per annum |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 22 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Darlington, DL1 5QT |
| Cwmni: | Darlington Borough Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 286290 |
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This is a pivotal role at an exciting time in our journey, as we continue to strengthen our offer to young people and embed relational practice at the heart of everything we do.
Reporting to the Head of Looked After Children Resources, you will lead two dynamic service areas:
Children in Our Care Team andndash; supported by a Team Manager and two Advanced Practitioners
Leaving Care Team andndash; supported by a Team Manager and one Advanced Practitioner
Together, these teams deliver high-quality, relationship based support to children and young people, ensuring their voices shape the services they receive.
Why Darlington?
We pride ourselves on our strong relationships with young people and care leavers. Our model of relational practice is not just a frameworkandnbsp; itandrsquo;s a culture. We are committed to walking alongside young people, building trust, and creating opportunities for them to thrive.
andnbsp;We are proud to be part of DfE funded innovation projects, including:
Staying Close - providing continuity of relationships and support for care leavers
Peer Mentors andndash; empowering care-experienced young people to support others
What Weandrsquo;re Looking For
Weandrsquo;re looking for a highly motivated and experienced social work leader who:
Has a clear vision for excellent practice with children in care and care leavers
Leads with empathy, integrity, and ambition
Thrives in a collaborative environment and values co-production
Is committed to equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement
andnbsp;What We Offer
Darlington Borough Council offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
32 days annual leave plus bank holiday, with the option to purchase additional Annual Leave
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with the option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
Flexible and agile working arrangements
Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
Staff equality forums
Green Car Leasing Scheme
Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
Physiotherapy service
Confidential counselling service
Great wellbeing offer
Cycle to Work Scheme
Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
Local and National retailer discounts
Arriva Employee Travel Club
For the full range of benefits we offer, please see our andldquo;why work for usandrdquo; internet page, which also includes our Total Reward Booklet and Employee Benefit Video.
https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers-1/why-work-for-us/
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Find out further information about us and what itandrsquo;s like to work for our great team by visiting the Jobs and Careers home page.
https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/
For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Role Profile and Employee Information Sheet.
andnbsp;
For a further informal discussion please contact Joseph Robb Head of Service on 07534471243 or via email toandnbsp;joseph.robb@darlington.gov.uk
andnbsp;
Interview will consist of Stakeholder panel, young person panel and job role interview. They will all be held face to face at theTown Hall, Darlington on Wednesday 5th November 2025
andnbsp;
Reporting to the Head of Looked After Children Resources, you will lead two dynamic service areas:
Children in Our Care Team andndash; supported by a Team Manager and two Advanced Practitioners
Leaving Care Team andndash; supported by a Team Manager and one Advanced Practitioner
Together, these teams deliver high-quality, relationship based support to children and young people, ensuring their voices shape the services they receive.
Why Darlington?
We pride ourselves on our strong relationships with young people and care leavers. Our model of relational practice is not just a frameworkandnbsp; itandrsquo;s a culture. We are committed to walking alongside young people, building trust, and creating opportunities for them to thrive.
andnbsp;We are proud to be part of DfE funded innovation projects, including:
Staying Close - providing continuity of relationships and support for care leavers
Peer Mentors andndash; empowering care-experienced young people to support others
What Weandrsquo;re Looking For
Weandrsquo;re looking for a highly motivated and experienced social work leader who:
Has a clear vision for excellent practice with children in care and care leavers
Leads with empathy, integrity, and ambition
Thrives in a collaborative environment and values co-production
Is committed to equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement
andnbsp;What We Offer
Darlington Borough Council offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
32 days annual leave plus bank holiday, with the option to purchase additional Annual Leave
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with the option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
Flexible and agile working arrangements
Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
Staff equality forums
Green Car Leasing Scheme
Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
Physiotherapy service
Confidential counselling service
Great wellbeing offer
Cycle to Work Scheme
Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
Local and National retailer discounts
Arriva Employee Travel Club
For the full range of benefits we offer, please see our andldquo;why work for usandrdquo; internet page, which also includes our Total Reward Booklet and Employee Benefit Video.
https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers-1/why-work-for-us/
andnbsp;
Find out further information about us and what itandrsquo;s like to work for our great team by visiting the Jobs and Careers home page.
https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/
For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Role Profile and Employee Information Sheet.
andnbsp;
For a further informal discussion please contact Joseph Robb Head of Service on 07534471243 or via email toandnbsp;joseph.robb@darlington.gov.uk
andnbsp;
Interview will consist of Stakeholder panel, young person panel and job role interview. They will all be held face to face at theTown Hall, Darlington on Wednesday 5th November 2025
andnbsp;