OVERVIEW

The Children’s Service Lead is responsible for the setup and day-to-day management of the domiciliary care service for children in Peterborough. This includes ensuring regulatory compliance, safeguarding children, recruiting specialist staff, and delivering high-quality, person-centred care tailored to children with disabilities and complex needs. The role works closely with schools, families, healthcare professionals, and commissioners to build a trusted, responsive service.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care – Children & Young People pathway (or working towards)
• Experience: Minimum 3 years managing children’s care services or equivalent leadership in complex care
• Knowledge: Children’s safeguarding, SEND framework, EHCPs, and complex care procedures
• Skills: Staff management, child-centred planning, multi-agency collaboration, clinical oversight
• Values: Compassionate, child-focused, safeguarding-driven, inclusive
• IT Literacy: Experience using care software systems, Microsoft Office, digital recordkeeping
• Desirable: Experience working with local SEND teams and education partners
  Core Tasks & Responsibilities Pre-Launch (June–August 2025)
  · Develop service Statement of Purpose tailored for children’s care
  · Appoint, onboard and train care staff with SEN and complex care experience
  · Register the service with CQC if needed and develop safeguarding policies
  · Coordinate training for staff on child safeguarding, autism, epilepsy, PEG feeding
  · Engage with local SEND teams, schools, and healthcare professionals
  · Prepare documentation systems and risk assessment tools for children
  · Launch community outreach and local marketing for referrals

• Lead and supervise a team of childcare professionals, ensuring adherence to care plans and best practices.
• Develop and implement engaging programmes that cater to the needs of children, promoting their development and well-being.
• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and staff to provide updates on children’s progress and address any concerns.
• Drive initiatives that enhance the quality of service provided, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with IT teams to utilise technology effectively in managing records and communication.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children, staff, and visitors.
• Support staff training and development to ensure high standards of care are consistently met.