Service Manager – Family Support

Location: Jewish Family Centre
Salary: Dependant on Experience
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Reporting to: CEO and Board of Trustees

The Role:

To lead and manage the Family Support Service, delivering high-quality, safe, and effective support to children, young people, and families. The role includes oversight of a multidisciplinary team and responsibility for safeguarding, service delivery, and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a multidisciplinary team
• Manage referrals, assessments, and case allocation
• Oversee Family Support and Contact Centre services
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and data protection requirements
• Develop strong partnerships with schools, social care and community organisations
• Maintain oversight of complex cases and provide professional guidance
• Contribute to service development and continuous improvement
• Report to senior leadership and Board of Trustees as required

Applicants must be fully cognisant of, and respectful towards, Jewish religious values and community life.

About JFC:

JFC is a mission-driven charity providing a culturally appropriate, inclusive hub for Jewish families to access care, support, play, therapeutic services and advocacy with dignity and respect.

About You:

• Social Work qualification
• Minimum 5 years’ management
• Strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge
• Experience working with children, young people, and families
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to manage complex cases and multidisciplinary teams

How to Apply:

Send your CV and supporting statement to: info@jewishfamilycentre.org.uk
Closing date: 15 May 2026
Interview dates: TBA

JFC is committed to safeguarding and equal opportunities. Appointment subject to enhanced DBS check.