WP3690 - Independent Chair

Tender description

Walsall Safeguarding Partnership are seeking applications from individuals whose passion, vision and commitment to safeguarding some of the most vulnerable members of society matches, and challenges that of our own. This role requires an outstanding individual with proven experience of managing complex issues and meetings at a senior level, particularly in partnership settings, and who has a significant operational and strategic understanding of the safeguarding agenda. The successful candidate will need to evidence they can: Consistently provide strong leadership, strategic vision; Demonstrate excellent negotiation and influencing skills; Demonstrate experience in building and maintaining productive partnerships; Analyse complex information and provide robust scrutiny and challenge. Have detailed understanding of relevant regulations Have the ability to ensure all partner agencies in Walsall collaborate effectively to safeguard children, promote their welfare and improve outcomes For an informal discussion about the role, please contact, Lindsey Perkin PA to Sally Rowe Executive Director Children's Services on Lindsey.Perkins@Walsall.gov.uk or Mandy Smith PA to Kerrie Allward, Executive Director Adult Social Care Mandy.Smith@Walsall.gov.uk to arrange a call with an Executive Director. Note: This is a tender opportunity. The successful person will contract directly with the Council and will provide the services detailed in the duties and specification documents and will contract under the Councils terms and conditions. The fees paid for this role will be on a day rate basis. The contract term is for one year with a two x one year extension option and the annual value is estimated at up to £43,200 based on attendance of 72 days per annum. This contract is "for services" and will sit outside of IR35. It is not an employed position. To apply, please go to review the instructions to tender and submit a bid through the Intend System. Closing date - 27th January 2021 at 12 noon Additional information: Please register on the InTend portal to view ITT documents and submit a bid. Delivery Notes N/A Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : N/A Funding Description N/A Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No