Job vacancy details
Head of Services - Integrated Young People’s Support Services
| Employer | Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council | Location | Walsall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Working Pattern | Full Time, Permanent position | Hours | 37 hours |
| Salary | £56,777 - £65,413 pa (Pay Award Pending) | Reference | CH73209 |
| Closing Date | 17/07/2009 23:59 PM | ||
This is a new post created to lead and manage the integrated provision for young people. The current services are being reconfi gured to deliver services for young people aged 9-19 which support locality partnership working. You will ensure that young people have access to positive activities, appropriate and accurate information, advice and guidance and effective targeted support for different groups of youngsters. Central to the success of this
service is the ability to involve and listen to the voice of young people and to actively engage young people in decision making.
These are key strategic leadership posts within Children Services
acknowledged by JAR Inspectors as having a strong track record of
improvement. “The strong and determined leadership of the Council and the effective working partnerships are continuing to improve outcomes for children and young people in Walsall” December 2008.
We are looking to appoint strong leaders with fl air, credibility and
entrepreneurial vision to join our team. You will have a track record of delivering successful outcomes for children and young people. Ensuring levels of quality and performance are maintained and improved, negotiating and acting upon strategic, operational and fi nancial issues and identifying new partnership opportunities are all essential aspects of these posts. Highly motivated and not easily discouraged, you will have the integrity to win the confi dence of a wide range of stakeholders. The future is exciting for the strategic and creative thinker who can deliver continuous
improvements in services. Come and enjoy working for one of the most improving councils and add
your contribution to making the difference for children, young people and their families in Walsall.
Assessment Centre 3rd August 2009
Interview Date 13th August 2009
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