Children's Social Care Transformation Programme Lead

Civic Recruitment Limited

Greater London

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly payments

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited in Surrey Quays, United Kingdom, is recruiting for an Interim Programme Lead to govern a portfolio of transformation programmes across Children's Social Care, Early Help, and wider directorate services. The role supports public sector outcomes with financial sustainability and efficiency.

The 8 months contract requires strategic and operational leadership, with bi-weekly payments and a closing date of 11 August 2026.

Qualifications

Significant experience leading large-scale transformation programmes.
Experience delivering change programmes in local government or related sectors.
Experience managing substantial budgets and savings initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of multiple high-profile transformation programmes across Children's Social Care and Early Help services.
Develop and implement strategic programmes of work aligned with corporate objectives, statutory responsibilities, and financial plans.
Ensure programme delivery achieves intended outcomes, benefits, efficiencies, and service improvements.
Drive service redesign initiatives that enhance quality, effectiveness, and value for money.
Monitor programme performance and take corrective action where risks to delivery arise.
Promote innovation and continuous improvement across all areas of responsibility.