Job Description

The Head of Children's Regulated Services leads Nottingham's fostering, residential care, and corporate parenting functions, ensuring high-quality, safe, and inclusive services for children and young people. The role drives strategic innovation, regulatory compliance, and collaborative leadership to improve outcomes city-wide.
The Head of Children's Regulated Services at Nottingham City Council is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing fostering, residential care, semi-independent provision, and corporate parenting functions. The postholder drives strategic development, ensures compliance with national standards and Ofsted regulations, and leads service innovation to improve outcomes for children and young people across the city.
Lead high-impact services improving lives of Nottingham's childrenShape strategy for fostering, care, and inclusion at city-wide level
The successful applicant for the Head of Children's Regulated Services will be a qualified and experienced social work leader with a strong track record in regulated children's services, including fostering and residential care. They will demonstrate strategic vision, inclusive leadership, and the ability to drive innovation, meet Ofsted standards, and deliver high-quality outcomes for children and young people across Nottingham.
Nottingham City Council's Children's Social Services provide care, protection, and support for children, young people, and families across the city. Their services include fostering, adoption, residential care, safeguarding, youth justice, mental health support, and family hubs, all aimed at improving outcomes and ensuring children's safety and wellbeing.

• Competitive daily rate of 630 to 770, paid in GBP.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's social care in Nottingham.
• Temporary role offering flexibility and professional growth.

If you are a dedicated professional ready to take on this rewarding challenge in the public sector, apply now to join a team making a real difference in Nottingham!

Skills Required