Action for Children

Action for Children is seeking a Children's Services Manager based in Elgin. This leadership role involves overseeing two children's homes and related community services, ensuring high-quality support for families. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams, embed safeguarding practices, and develop strategic partnerships to improve outcomes for children and families in the region. Offering a salary of circa £52,000 and excellent benefits, this is an opportunity to make a real impact in your community.

Children's Services Manager Salary: circa £52,000 per annum Location: Office based in Elgin with travel across Moray Contract/Hours: Permanent / Full Time - 37 hours per week Closing date for applications is midnight of 9th July and interviews are scheduled to take place on Friday 17th July Benefits Over 7 weeks inclusive paid leave and the option to buy or sell leave Excellent training and the opportunity to undertake professional training for some roles Flexible maternity, paternity and adoption packages Up to 7% employer contribution and life assurance cover Blue Light Card eligibility with discounts at 15,000 national retailers At Action for Children, we offer more than just a job. Join us and you'll be part of a team dedicated to giving children safe and happy childhoods. See how your skills can make a real difference, helping solve the problems children and young people face every day. A bit about the role We're seeking a skilled and reflective Children's Services Manager to lead a diverse range of services across Elgin and Buckie. This is a significant leadership role with responsibility for two children's homes and community based services. You'll provide strategic and operational leadership, ensure services remain financially sustainable, and support high quality, evidence informed practice. You'll also play a key role in shaping service development, strengthening partnership working, and ensuring that children and families receive consistent, impactful support. This role is well suited to someone committed to improving outcomes, skilled in leading multidisciplinary teams, and dedicated to delivering services that place children and families at the centre. The work is varied and meaningful, offering the opportunity to make a lasting difference in a community where your leadership will have real impact. About the Service Action for Children works in partnership with Moray Council to provide Residential Care of Children alongside community based services. What you do could make a difference Championing the highest standards of safeguarding practice by leading and managing safeguarding processes and advocating effectively for children, young people and families. Providing strategic leadership to shape, strengthen and expand services across Moray. Building and sustaining strong partnership networks that enhance collaboration and improve outcomes. Recruiting, supporting and developing diverse teams of social care and support staff to deliver consistently high quality services. About You A relevant professional qualification, supported by a leadership or management qualification, or equivalent experience demonstrating the ability to lead complex services. Evidence of ongoing professional development that enhances practice and leadership. Proven experience in managing and delivering commissioned services, including collaboration with health, social care and multi agency partners. Substantial experience in developing and overseeing operational services for children, young people and families. Strong experience in leading and developing social care and support teams. Extensive experience embedding effective safeguarding practice. Why Action for Children? Every child should have a loving home, food, warmth, the chance to grow and learn, and the support to cope with life's challenges. By bringing your skills and experience, you'll help us make that a reality. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates who are currently under represented in our services. Right to Work You must already have the right to work in the UK, as we are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Contact If you have any further questions, you can contact Laura McCarthy at quoting reference 13239.

Fostering Services Manager Salary: £55,500 per annum Location: Exeter, Devon and Bristol Contract/Hours: Perm/Full time - 37 hours per week Benefits: Over 7 weeks inclusive paid leave and the option to buy or sell leave, with consideration of continued service leave balance Excellent support and leadership opportunities Flexible maternity, paternity and adoption packages Up to 5% employer contribution and life assurance cover Blue Light Card eligibility with discounts at 15,000 national retailers Action for Children is seeking a Fostering Service Manager to oversee standards, compliance, safeguarding and sustainability across our fostering services in southeast England. About the role Provide strong leadership and direction to professional social work, health and business support staff. Work within the senior management group and report to the Head of Fostering Services. Show strong financial acumen, impacting practice and culture while embedding our people strategy. Hold the Registered Manager role for Devon Short Breaks and Fostering Southwest (Peninsular and Bristol) and oversee regulatory requirements. Manage local budgets and contracts, ensuring accuracy, accountability and strong relationships with commissioners and stakeholders. Oversee the therapeutic HOMES Model, with information available here. How you'll help to create brighter futures Provide strategic leadership to ensure strong practice and leadership is upheld. Deliver on AFC values and oversee day to day operations of regulated services across Exeter, Devon and Bristol. Provide oversight and accountability to the AFC Head of Service (Fostering) and to Ofsted, the regulatory body. Lead safeguarding, recording and practice to the highest standards. Build strong relationships with carer families, local organisations and partner agencies. Represent the service externally at local events, panels and forums to promote and strengthen the service. Let's talk about you Hold a recognised social work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW) and be registered with Social Work England. Significant experience across children's social care, including fostering. Experienced in leading, motivating and supporting managers and social workers, challenging under performance and promoting best practice. Confident analysing data, managing budgets and applying commercial awareness within a social care context. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion We work hard to create an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and everyone feels valued and supported. We actively encourage applications from people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and people with a disability. Men are currently under represented within our Children Service roles, and we encourage men to apply for any of our Children Service roles.

Action for Children is looking for a Fostering Services Manager in Exeter, Devon, and Bristol. This role involves providing strategic leadership, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance across fostering services. The ideal candidate will have social work qualifications and considerable experience in children's social care, particularly in fostering. Benefits include flexible leave, leadership opportunities, and contribution to retirement plans.

Action for Children is seeking a Business Analyst (Oracle Fusion) based remotely in the UK. This full-time, fixed-term position until 31/03/2027 will involve leading workshops with various teams to translate processes into requirements. The ideal candidate will have BA experience with Oracle Fusion Financial Management Modules and excellent communication skills. The role offers competitive benefits including 29 days annual leave, pension contributions, and discounts across national retailers.

Children's Services Manager Salary: circa £52,000 per annum Location: Office based in Elgin with travel across Moray Contract/Hours: Permanent / Full Time - 37 hours per week Closing date for applications is midnight of 9th July and interviews are scheduled to take place on Friday 17th July Benefits Over 7 weeks inclusive paid leave and the option to buy or sell leave Excellent training and the opportunity to undertake professional training for some roles Flexible maternity, paternity and adoption packages Up to 7% employer contribution and life assurance cover Blue Light Card eligibility with discounts at 15,000 national retailers At Action for Children, we offer more than just a job. Join us and you'll be part of a team dedicated to giving children safe and happy childhoods. See how your skills can make a real difference, helping solve the problems children and young people face every day. A bit about the role We're seeking a skilled and reflective Children's Services Manager to lead a diverse range of services across Elgin and Buckie. This is a significant leadership role with responsibility for two children's homes and community based services. You'll provide strategic and operational leadership, ensure services remain financially sustainable, and support high quality, evidence informed practice. You'll also play a key role in shaping service development, strengthening partnership working, and ensuring that children and families receive consistent, impactful support. This role is well suited to someone committed to improving outcomes, skilled in leading multidisciplinary teams, and dedicated to delivering services that place children and families at the centre. The work is varied and meaningful, offering the opportunity to make a lasting difference in a community where your leadership will have real impact. About the Service Action for Children works in partnership with Moray Council to provide Residential Care of Children alongside community based services. What you do could make a difference Championing the highest standards of safeguarding practice by leading and managing safeguarding processes and advocating effectively for children, young people and families. Providing strategic leadership to shape, strengthen and expand services across Moray. Building and sustaining strong partnership networks that enhance collaboration and improve outcomes. Recruiting, supporting and developing diverse teams of social care and support staff to deliver consistently high quality services. About You A relevant professional qualification, supported by a leadership or management qualification, or equivalent experience demonstrating the ability to lead complex services. Evidence of ongoing professional development that enhances practice and leadership. Proven experience in managing and delivering commissioned services, including collaboration with health, social care and multi agency partners. Substantial experience in developing and overseeing operational services for children, young people and families. Strong experience in leading and developing social care and support teams. Extensive experience embedding effective safeguarding practice. Why Action for Children? Every child should have a loving home, food, warmth, the chance to grow and learn, and the support to cope with life's challenges. By bringing your skills and experience, you'll help us make that a reality. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates who are currently under represented in our services. Right to Work You must already have the right to work in the UK, as we are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Contact If you have any further questions, you can contact Laura McCarthy at quoting reference 13239.

Action for Children is seeking a Children's Services Manager based in Elgin. This pivotal role involves providing leadership across multiple children's services, ensuring high-quality support and strategic development. The ideal candidate will possess a professional qualification along with strong experience in management and safeguarding practices. We offer a competitive salary of circa £52,000 per annum, with extensive benefits including over 7 weeks of paid leave and professional training opportunities.

Action for Children in Glasgow is seeking an Employment Facilitator passionate about helping young people overcome challenges and achieve their potential. This role focusses on delivering personalized employability programmes and one-to-one support in key areas like Customer Service and Construction. As part of a dedicated team, you will empower young people by building their confidence and essential skills, guiding them towards jobs, training, or further education opportunities. A supportive environment and comprehensive benefits are provided, making it an excellent opportunity to impact the community.

Employment Facilitator Salary: £26,006.84 per annum Location: Glasgow, Lanarkshire Contract/Hours: Permanent / Full Time - 37 hours per week Closing date for applications is midnight of 2nd July with interview to be held on the 9th July. Benefits: 29 days annual leave PLUS bank holidays, with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave Gain professional qualifications and excellent training/development opportunities Flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages Pension with up to 7% employer contribution with included life assurance cover Staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility with 15,000 national retailers discounts. A bit about the role Are you passionate about helping young people overcome challenges and take their first steps toward employment or further education? This is a great opportunity to make a real difference as an Employment Facilitator, supporting young people to unlock their potential. In this role, you'll be at the heart of delivering personalised employability programmes and one-to one support in Customer Service, Construction, employability and personal development. Working closely with a passionate team, you'll help young people build confidence, develop essential skills, and move towards meaningful opportunities - whether that's a job, training, or further study. You'll also be there to offer aftercare, making sure they stay on track and feel supported every step of the way. How you'll help to create brighter futures Some key responsibilities of an Employment Facilitator role are: Applying Action for Children's and professional practice standards and ensuring their implementation as necessary and being proactive in their implementation. Managing and coordinating a caseload of young people, providing a range of targeted interventions to assist their entry to the labour market through group, coordinated or individual support. Delivering a range of group work modules that contribute to our overall employability programmes, promoting inclusion and allowing for individual learning styles. Ensuring that all compliance is up to date and accurate to meet the needs of the stakeholders and the organisation. Qualifications We are open to a variety of backgrounds. This could be your own first role after gaining a recent qualification or you could be looking to build on the experience you already have in youth work or employability. Either way, this is a great opportunity to enhance life chances in local Glasgow communities. It would be great if you have an SVQ 3 in Social Care, Guidance or equivalent - but we are very open to relevant experience, rather than a qualification. Experience in Construction or Customer Service sectors (beneficial) You'll be used to working in group settings with young people facing multiple barriers. You'll have knowledge and understanding of young people facing unemployment. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Diversity, equality and inclusion We actively encourage applications from Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic and disabled candidates as they are under represented within Action for Children. We want to take deliberate and purposeful action to ensure equal opportunity to all groups in society and for Action for Children. Male staff are under represented within our Children Service roles. We would like to encourage more male applicants for our Children Service roles.