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Wokingham B.C - Director of Children's Services

Wokingham B.C - Director of Children's Services

Up to £125k: under review

You will lead, manage and shape excellent services which make a real difference to the lives of young people, children and families in Wokingham. You will have substantial experience of managing children's and multi-agency services at either Director or Assistant Director level.You will have a deep knowledge of all safeguarding issues and legislation, and an unswerving focus on improving services and improving outcomes.

A skilled communicator, you will bring expertise in forging strong relationships with colleagues and external partners. You will bring a relentless focus on quality and excellence combined with strong budget management and leadership skills. You will play a major role in the leadership of the organisation as we continue to drive an ambitious agenda of change and improvement.

For a confidential discussion please contact our advising Consultant, Evelyn Dougherty on 020 7932 4208.

To download an information pack and for application details please visit www.veredus.co.uk using reference no 15784 (Director of Children's Services) or 15785 (Head of Learning and Achievement).

Closing date: 12 December 2013.

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