Full job descriptionMy Local Authority client in Devon is looking to appoint a talented Children’s Services Programme Manager on a Contract basis.
The role will lead a complex programme of work for Children’s residential placements and homes for the Council.
About the role:
Based in Devon (3+ days on site):
*Lead the overall programme of work for the council’s children’s residential homes and placements.
*Support the fostering service to enable them to take on children with specialist needs.
*Lead the readiness and opening of new children’s homes.
*Work closely with Service Directors, Strategic Directors and Elected Members.
About you:
You will have the following experiences:
*Significant experience in children’s services programme management, in a local authority setting.
*Strong experience of residential placements, managing step down and opening new residential homes.
*Excellent project management skills (Prince2, etc.)
*Local Authority experience is essential.
What’s on offer:
*Salary: £700 per day, inside IR35
*Hybrid Working (3+ days on site)
*Contract type: Contract
*Hours: 09:00 -17:00 Monday to Friday
How to apply
*Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted.
*Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
About Spencer Clarke Group
Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.
When you join us, you will receive:
*Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
*Free DBS checks
*Post Placement Aftercare
*Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals


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