Looking to take your career to new heights? Look no further than Sanctuary Personnel, an esteemed and award-winning recruitment agency. With a TrustPilot score of 4.8/5 and over 500+ reviews, we are dedicated to connecting with talented professionals like you. We have an exciting locum opportunity for a Children & Young People's Commissioner with UK experience to join our team.
Location: South Shields. This is a hybrid working contract and, the successful candidate will be expected to be on site for a minimum of one to two days per a week, with Thursday being the whole team day in the office.
Pay rate (Assignment rate): £450 per day
Contract Length: 3-6 months
Duties:
- Be responsible for leading on all aspects of end-to-end commissioning
- One of the priority areas of work, but not exclusively will be Supported Living/Semi Independent Living
- There is a Supported Living/Semi Independent Living project group established and service user consultation has been conducted but this now needs to be translated into modelling and commissioning of an appropriate service(s)
- Leading on the delivery of children’s commissioning and procurement activities
- Strategic and bespoke commissioning activities
- Providing ownership, leadership and expertise across the commissioning cycle to ensure value for money, high quality services, desired outcomes and improved efficiencies
Requirements for the Children & Young People's Commissioner role:
- An experienced children, young people, and families Interim Commissioner with a successful track record
- Recent experience of Semi Independent Living for care leavers and UASC would be an advantage
- Strong delivery experience of undertaking end to end commissioning activities
- Stakeholder engagement skills
- Previously worked in a local authority
- Proven ability to work fluidly in ambiguous circumstances
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Demonstrate an analytical and strategic approach in previous roles
This Children & Young People's Commissioner position is advertised by Billy Holland. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, click above to apply now.
At Sanctuary Personnel, we believe in inclusivity and diversity. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please inform us at the earliest opportunity. We are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your journey with us.
