Contracts starting as soon as possible and ending 31 March 2022 (with likely continuation beyond this date) in the following two regions*
- North East (35 days)
- Yorkshire and Humberside (35 days)
*The number of days allocated for each region is determined by the number of local authorities in that region and the expected levels of support they will need.
In this challenging high-profile work, you will be instrumental to the improvement of children’s services within councils. Working with the LGA’s Principal Adviser you will engage with councils that have been identified for sector-led support. You will develop strong relationships with Lead Members, Chief Executives and Directors of Children’s Services. Building a clear understanding of their needs, you will identify innovative solutions, broker improvement strategies, and ensure they are delivered. This is a role with huge scope and a broad remit - from commissioning additional capacity and expertise, through to facilitating staff development and change management programmes. Working with regional networks, you will ensure best practice, policies and partnerships are shared. (contract specification attached)
Your background
You will bring to the role proven senior level experience in complex political and strategic environments within children’s services and you will have recent experience as either a DCS or a DfE Advisor. Together with an in-depth understanding of central and local government, you will have a track record of creating strategies, interventions and innovative solutions to complex issues. An inspirational, motivational and influential leader with deep integrity and professional credibility, you will demonstrate a flair for negotiation and forging partnerships.
How to tender for this work
If you are interested in this work, please submit a CV together with a short statement setting out your suitability and indicating which region you are interested in, or both.
Closing date: 5pm, 2 July 2021
As part of the procurement process you may be invited to an assessment panel which will include representative from LGA and ADCS. Please note that this will take place on Thursday, 15 July 2021.
Please forward your CV and supporting statement to richard.cooke@local.gov.uk
If you would like an informal discussion about these opportunities please contact:
Richard Cooke, National Programme Manager (Children’s Services) – 07766 356320