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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a local authority in Essex, are looking for an experienced Assistant Director of Commissioning to join their team and play a crucial role in their commissioning operations.  

Position: Assistant Director of Commissioning
Location: Surrey
Rate: £800 a day (Umbrella)
Contract: 3-6 months (Possible Extension)

Duties:

• Responsible for the direction and delivery of their ambition to transform the SEND system in the borough alongside key partners.
• Lead the design and delivery of change required by the AND strategy, the Improvement Plan arising from the Local Area Inspection.
• Provide strategic direction to the AND programme team, and work closely with internal stakeholders (transformation, finance and capital projects) as well as key partners (educational settings and health).
• Ensure that plans are in place and delivered, and facilitate the governance associated with the transformation.

Job Requirements:

• Extensive experience within a local authority environment.
• Previous experience in an Assistant Director position or equivalent.
• Strong track record of partnership building and driving value for money.
• Political sensitivity with an ability to make progress in complex policy areas.
• An Enhanced DBS certificate is essential for this role.

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to tyrese.gb@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact Tyrese on 020 3854 4909 to discuss further.

To explore other exciting opportunities or learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our website https://www.temptingrecruitment

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