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Hatched Recruitment Group

Sep 21

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Government & Politics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must manage improvement priorities in Adult Social Care, supporting inclusivity and equal access, while preparing for the upcoming CQC inspection.
  • You will lead strategic improvements in Adult Social Care, manage partnerships, oversee program delivery, and ensure effective communication aligned with council priorities.

Requirements

  • Interim cover to manage Adult Social Care's improvement priorities in advance of the upcoming CQC inspection.
  • As part of the Departmental Management Team in Adult Social Care, the ASC Improvement Programme Manager will play a crucial role in delivering on the vision for Adult Social Care: For Islington to be a place made up of strong, inclusive and connected communities, where regardless of background, people have fair and equal access to adult social care support that enables residents to live healthy, fulfilling and independent lives.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Corporate Director, Directors, elected members, and other senior managers, by taking a leading role in responding to key strategic challenges, influence and embed organisational strategies, as well as change and improvement projects in the directorate and/or organisation.
  • The Head of Programmes, Strategy and Improvement will be at the forefront of the department's improvement journey, embedding change and improvements within the context of the new CQC Local Authority inspection framework.
  • Ensuring that Adult Social Care have the effective policies, strategies and systems to deliver our Adult Social Care Vision and the council's 2030 plan.
  • Working with the corporate and political leadership to identify and ensure delivery of their vision, priorities, and value to residents.
  • Leading on developing partnership networks and relationships to improve the wellbeing outcomes for residents and strengthen collaborative working and integration.
  • Facilitating joint working across the sub-region and region in relation to projects and services that affect our residents and people who use our services.
  • Creating and delivering strategies for our communities, enhancing resident voice and influence producing an annual directorate service plan which reflects an effective use of resources and is underpinned by service improvement.
  • Lead an effective Programme Management function within the Adult Social Care Directorate, providing strong and motivational leadership to the ASC Improvement Team.
  • Support the development and delivery of the Adult Social Care improvement priority projects, including playing a lead role in inspection preparation and response.
  • Oversee the departments communication and coproduction approach ensuring these align to delivery of our vision and link into the corporate strategy and priorities.

FAQs

What are the key responsibilities of the Head of Programmes, Strategy and Improvement?

The key responsibilities include supporting the Corporate Director and senior management in responding to strategic challenges, leading improvement initiatives, developing partnership networks, facilitating joint working across regions, creating community strategies, and overseeing communication and co-production efforts.

What is the primary goal of the Adult Social Care department in Islington?

The primary goal is to ensure that Islington is a place with strong, inclusive, and connected communities where everyone has fair access to adult social care support that enables them to live healthy, fulfilling, and independent lives.

What role does the Head of Programmes play in CQC inspections?

The Head of Programmes will take the lead role in preparing for and responding to the CQC inspection, ensuring the department is aligned with the new inspection framework and improvement priorities.

Who will the Head of Programmes work with to identify and deliver strategic priorities?

The Head of Programmes will work closely with the corporate and political leadership, including elected members, to ensure the delivery of their vision and priorities for the community.

How does the role contribute to resident engagement?

The role involves creating and delivering strategies that enhance resident voice and influence, ensuring that the services provided are reflective of the needs and preferences of the residents.

What kind of leadership approach is expected from the Head of Programmes?

A strong and motivational leadership approach is expected to effectively lead the ASC Improvement Team and drive initiatives towards successful outcomes.

What is the directorate service plan's role in this position?

The annual directorate service plan aims to effectively utilize resources and is underpinned by service improvement strategies to align with the council's 2030 plan.

Will this role involve collaboration with other organizations?

Yes, this role includes facilitating joint work across sub-regions and regions to enhance collaborative efforts in projects and services impacting residents.

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Hatched Recruit is a recruitment agency specializing in connecting top talent with organizations across various sectors. Their ultimate mission is to simplify and enhance the hiring process, ensuring that both candidates and employers find the perfect fit. By focusing on personalized service and deep industry knowledge, they aim to build lasting relationships that benefit all parties involved. Their purpose is to empower businesses by providing access to skilled professionals while helping candidates achieve their career goals in an efficient and supportive manner.