Head of Regional Adoption Agency
Job Summary
Advert Start Date:
29/10/2020
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 19/11/2020 23:59
Employment Location:
Various throughout Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Salary:
£58,893 - £63,575
Further Information
As part of the government changes to improve the adoption process they have asked local authorities and Voluntary Adoption Agencies working in the same areas to join together to form Regional Ad
option Agencies (RAA).
The new Regional Adoption Agency (RAA) which is a joint venture between Cambridgeshire County Council and Peterborough City Council, brings together the very best talent, experience and energy to increase the number of adopters across the county and give children loving & stable families.
We're seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to head up the service and inspire the newly formed team, providing motivation and strategic direction for the emerging service. You will collaborate with the other RAAs to champion Adoption and contribute to planning and delivery at a local and national level. This role provides the right candidate with a fantastic opportunity to develop leadership skills and improve outcomes for vulnerable children by developing a new service that crosses traditional local authority boundaries.
The joint Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Regional Adoption Agency will continue to offer a high quality of service from a dedicated team of experienced adoption workers, and will cover a wider geographic.
To be considered for this role you must have comprehensive knowledge of Adoption services, significant expertise in change management and proven experience of operating at a senior leadership level.
You can expect excellent benefits and development opportunities but most importantly, you will play a key role in improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people living in the very diverse communities that we serve.
If you have extensive experience at senior management level, a proven track record of leading strategic service development and would welcome a new challenge then apply now via https://bit.ly/2JiMI1Z
For an informal discussion or more information please contact Fiona Van Den Hout on 07500667421 or Simon Green on 07484 772729
Interviews will be held week commencing 30th November.
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.