Assistant Director Commissioning and Transformation
East Sussex is a high performing authority serving strong local communities. Surrounded by unspoilt countryside and coastal towns that are vibrant and inviting, many of our residents are very satisfied with their quality of life. However, many of our communities face significant challenges. Our Children’s Services were judged as “Good” in our last inspection so there is a strong foundation on which to develop services. The service is recognised for innovative practice, and a commitment to a relationship-based approach for helping children and their families achieve the best possible outcomes. We are far from complacent though.
Working closely with the new Director of Children’s Services, you will lead integrated commissioning and transformation across Children’s Services and the wider system. Our opportunities and challenges require a strong, resilient and collaborative leader, able to work in partnership with other agencies and stakeholders in a context where achieving financial sustainability will be key.
You will join a talented team that cares deeply about the families and children we work with and that is committed to further improving practice and outcomes. You are a creative and expert leader with a deep understanding of the impact of the decisions you and your service take. You have integrity and moral leadership qualities of the highest order as well as a strong track record of achieving service improvements.
To see how you can play your part in developing a children’s services system in East Sussex that is fit for the future, please view the candidate pack below.
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Indicative Timetable
Closing date for applications: Monday 14 October 2024
Preliminary interviews (via Microsoft Teams): Monday 21 October and morning of Friday 25 October 2024
Shortlisting: Wednesday 30 October 2024
Young People's panel (via Teams): Wednesday 6 November 2024 (likely after 4pm to accommodate Panel school commitments)
Officer and Stakeholder Panels (in Lewes): Tuesday 12 November 2024
Final interview panel (in Lewes): Wednesday 20 November 2024
For an informal conversation about this role, please contact:
Martin Tucker
Email: mtucker@faerfield.co.uk
Phone: 0121 312 3755
Rachel Tucker
Email: rtucker@faerfield.co.uk
Phone: 0121 312 3755
To apply:
To apply for this job please click on the Apply button below and fill out the requested information. When prompted, please submit your CV and a Supporting Statement (no more than four sides of A4 each).
With your CV, please also provide the names and contact details of two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be contacted if you reach the final stages, and we will not contact referees without your permission.
Your supporting statement should express why you are interested in this role and what experience you can bring to the organisation. The statement should tackle the specific requirements of the role; outlining examples and outcomes showing how you meet those requirements.
