Grade/Salary: MGA £60,573 -£62,766 per annum
Policy and Partnerships Manager
Are you an experienced policy, improvement and partnership professional with a passion for improving outcomes for children and young people?
We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Policy and Partnerships Manager to join our Strategy, Commissioning and Partnerships team. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving policy development, service improvement and partnership working across Children's Services.
You will lead and coordinate the work of the Merton Safeguarding Children Partnership (MSCP) , ensuring statutory responsibilities are met and providing strategic support to a range of key boards and partnerships, including the Children's Trust Board, Corporate Parenting Board and SEND Governance Board.
The role will also have a key focus on:
- Supporting preparation for inspections and peer reviews, including Ofsted, SEND and JTAI inspections.
- Leading policy development and improvement activity across Children's Services.
- Managing complex partnership programmes and governance arrangements.
- Overseeing Children's Services responses to Subject Access Requests.
- Developing strong relationships with partners across health, education, police, voluntary sector and regional networks.
- Leading and developing a high-performing team and managing the MSCP budget.
We are looking for someone with significant experience of strategic policy development, partnership working and programme delivery within a local government or children's services environment. You will possess excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills, and be confident influencing senior stakeholders across complex multi-agency partnerships.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping services and safeguarding arrangements for children and young people in Merton.
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Policy and Partnerships Manager in London employer: Merton Council
Merton Council is an outstanding employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where you can make a tangible impact on local governance and community regeneration. With a strong commitment to employee development, we provide ample opportunities for growth and professional advancement, alongside a collaborative culture that values innovation and strategic thinking. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of our community.
