At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and implementation of a new regional commissioning model for children's care.
- Company: Join a pioneering partnership transforming children's care across 12 Local Authorities.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, generous leave, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Collaborative environment focused on co-production and equality.
- Why this job: Shape a new regional system and make a real difference in children's lives.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in commissioning within Children's Services or related sectors.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 70000 £ per year.
We are seeking an exceptional leader to take on the pivotal role of Delivery Director for the North East Regional Care Co-operative – a new and ambitious partnership bringing together 12 Local Authorities to transform how children's care is commissioned and delivered. Reporting to the Chief Executive of the Regional Care Co-operative and forming a key part of the regional leadership team, you will lead the development and delivery of a bold, innovative regional commissioning model. You will play a critical role in establishing a high-performing, sustainable organisation, delivering the North East RCC delivery plan and achieving national expectations and outcomes for children and young people. This is a unique opportunity to shape a new regional system from the ground up – designing structures, building teams, and embedding new ways of working that deliver a coherent, high-quality and value-driven offer across the region.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of a new regional commissioning model for children's care
- Be accountable for significant budgets, resources and delivery of the regional programme
- Establish strong governance, performance and risk management frameworks
- Foster strong partnerships with Local Authorities, providers and key stakeholders across the region
- Drive innovation, commercial thinking and collaboration to ensure sustainability and improved outcomes
- Represent the North East at national level, building relationships and maximising opportunities for the RCC to be a long term sustainable model
Qualifications
We are looking for an accomplished senior leader with extensive experience in commissioning, within Children's Services or a related sector. You will bring strong system leadership, commercial acumen and political awareness, with a proven ability to lead complex change, establish new services and deliver results at scale. You will be a collaborative and values-driven leader, committed to co-production, equality and ensuring the voices of children, young people and families are central to service design and delivery.
Benefits
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years' continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable.
Delivery Director - North East Regional Care Co-operative employer: Penna
As a Delivery Director for the North East Regional Care Co-operative, you will join an innovative and collaborative work culture dedicated to transforming children's care across 12 Local Authorities. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer a competitive rewards package, including generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. This role provides a unique opportunity to shape a new regional system, making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people in the North East.
