Description Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid £46,670 per annum (pro rata for part time) 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available Fixed Term or Secondment for 12 months We’re passionate about improving the future for our customers, our communities and the environment. If you are too, join us as a Project Manager and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy. Reimagine the possibilities The CYP (Children and Young People) Programmes team is currently seeking a talented and dedicated Project Manager to join their dynamic team. This role presents an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people across Suffolk. We have identified a need to strengthen our programme’s function, with particular focus on: managing and supporting various change programmes and service improvements responding effectively to national reforms specifically supporting the new Families First programme. Your role and responsibilities You will: lead strategic service development and continuous improvement initiatives within social care, ensuring high-quality services that comply with statutory requirements and deliver optimal outcomes for children, young people, and families apply established project management methodologies to plan, execute and monitor projects, setting clear milestones, managing deadlines, and ensuring deliverables align with organisational objectives and stakeholder needs manage dynamic teams, resources, and budgets while fostering a culture of effective practice using Suffolk Signs of Safety and Wellbeing principles and tools take responsibility for performance management, quality assurance, and data-driven decision making, implementing comprehensive monitoring systems to track project progress and outcomes build and maintain collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, proactively developing new opportunities for integrated service delivery and joint working identify and manage project risks appropriately, employing mitigation strategies while maintaining a safeguarding focus and empowering staff to develop high-quality, innovative practice. You will need: a suitable professional qualification at post graduate level or equivalent experience at seasoned professional level in a relevant area of work evidence of continuing professional development in a management role or similar role. You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. The team The CYP Programmes team delivers essential social care and inclusion services while driving organisational change and improvement. Working at the cutting edge of children and young people's services, the team continuously adapts to evolving needs and responds proactively to national reforms with creativity and resilience. They have cultivated an environment where innovation flourishes, empowering team members to develop solutions that create meaningful impact. Empowering Everyone We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report. For more information Please contact Michael Parker-Canham for a casual conversation. You can reach them by emailing michael.parker-canhamsuffolk.gov.uk If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application. How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx). Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application. Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template. Can you describe a time when you led a strategic service development initiative within social care? What were the key challenges, and how did you overcome them? How do you apply established project management methodologies to plan, execute, and monitor projects? Can you provide an example of a project where you successfully set clear milestones and managed deadlines? How do you build and maintain collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders? Can you provide an example of a successful partnership you have developed? We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process. Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitmentsuffolk.gov.uk Closing date: 11.30pm, 18 March 2025. Interview date: 27 March 2025. This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. LI-Hybrid