Reading Borough Council are proud to be opening brand new children's homes in Reading. Brighter Futures for Children launched a transformation programme in 2024 and one of the key aims of this programme is to ensure children that the we care for live in stable, loving homes in Reading, where they belong, close to their networks, schools and the town they call home.
Role Purpose
The post holder will support the Interim Transformation Lead and Acting Head of Central Services in Children's Services to deliver improved outcomes for children looked after by increasing the choice of homes in Reading. The post holder will be the strategic and operational lead for the management and development of childrens homes in line with the Placement Sufficiency Strategy and statutory regulations set out in children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards. The postholder will also take responsibility for the new children's homes that are being created under the Capital Programme.
Role Summary
Roles at this level are senior managers leading the provision of a multi-functional support service within one of the organisation's service areas, or coordinating a specific business development or advisory area.
Work Context
Provide strategic oversight of Reading's in-house children homes to ensure that they meet the needs of our looked after children helping our children to remain in Reading and contribute to performance in placement stability and proxim...