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Opus People Solutions on behalf of Northampton Childrens Trust have a exciting opportunity for a Brokerage Manager to join their team.
Hybrid: 2 days per week in the office
Length of Assignment: 5-6 months
Location: Northampton, NN1 1ED
Duties
- To lead on stabilising the delivery of all services but particularly the overnight short breaks service working closely with the provider to implement solutions
- To develop the overnight shorts breaks referral process and panels
- To work with the provider in developing a longer-term transformation plan to increase daytime activities and left shift from the overnight short breaks and commence its implementation
- To draft and submit fundraising bids and in particular targeting larger funding opportunities where appropriate such as the National Lottery as well as smaller appropriate bids. A priority for funding opportunities is for an inhouse Personal Care and Support (PCaS) function.
- To develop a volunteer strategy and action plan with the provider
- To set up a performance monitoring framework and governance to include the parent forum groups representatives and other key stakeholders across the partnership
- To ensure all contractual documentation is finalised and signed including any associated leases
- To work with the provider to set up approach to coproduction of the transformation of services ensuring that children, young people and their families are at the heart
Experience
- Proven experience in a managerial role with a track record of successful team leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise staff effectively while promoting a collaborative environment.
- Experience in analysing operational performance and implementing improvements.
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage with individuals at all levels of the organisation.
- Background in Childrens Social Care/Brokerage/Commissioning
If you are an enthusiastic leader looking to make an impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!
