SEL Fostering Hub Programme Manager
Posted Updated
Description
5 months contract with a Local Authority
Pay Rate: £37.41 per hour umbrella
Summary
- This is a 5-month contract position with a local authority, offering a pay rate of £37.41 per hour under an umbrella arrangement. The Programme Manager will spearhead the creation and execution of the South-East London Fostering Hub. This initiative is a collaborative effort among multiple authorities aimed at enhancing the recruitment, approval, and retention of foster carers in the region. The role focuses on establishing a regional fostering programme that not only increases the number and diversity of foster carers but also improves outcomes for children by providing stable, local family placements.
Responsibilities
- Lead the setup and execution of the South-East London Fostering Hub.
- Develop and oversee programme initiation, project plans, milestones, governance structures, and delivery frameworks.
- Coordinate various workstreams to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and meet agreed outcomes.
- Monitor programme performance and regularly report progress to senior leadership and governance boards.
Requirements:
Experience
- Extensive experience managing complex programmes or projects within Children's Services, local government, or a similar public sector environment.
- Demonstrated success in delivering transformational change and service improvement programmes.
- Experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders and partnership organisations.
Qualifications
- Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong understanding of programme and project management methodologies.
- Familiarity with local authority structures and service delivery environments.
Additional Information
- Working hours are 35 hours per week.
- The role is primarily office-based, with the option to work from home up to 2 days per week, depending on engagement and work requirements with the local authority partnership.
- Payments are made bi-weekly.
The application deadline is approaching, so please apply as soon as possible.