Overview
We are looking for an experienced Programme Manager to lead the delivery of the Supported Employment Quality Framework (SEQF) strand of the Connect to Work programme across Warwickshire. This key role involves overseeing programme performance, managing partnerships with employment and skills providers, and ensuring delivery meets local need and external funding requirements. You will work closely with colleagues, funders, and delivery partners to shape and monitor activity that supports residents in progressing toward sustainable employment.
Responsibilities
- Oversee programme performance
- Manage partnerships with employment and skills providers
- Ensure delivery meets local need and external funding requirements
- Shape and monitor activity that supports residents towards sustainable employment
- Provide leadership in a matrix‑managed environment
- Support the strategic development of employment support across Warwickshire
Qualifications and Experience
- Strong experience of managing employability or skills programmes
- Demonstrated partnership working and funding compliance skills
- Performance management experience
- Leadership across a matrix‑managed environment
Fluency Duty
The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. You must be able to speak and provide advice in accurate spoken English to the public.
Safeguarding and DBS
Successful applicants will be subject to a range of pre‑engagement checks, including a relevant Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In accordance with the DBS code of practice and our own policy, should an individual have a declared criminal offence an individual assessment will be completed. Warwickshire County Council adheres to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Benefits
- Generous pension scheme with an employer contribution rate of typically around 19% per month
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous annual leave entitlement, bank holidays and an additional day at Christmas
- Access to Vivup benefits and discounts platform
- Cycle to work schemes, childcare vouchers, and health care schemes
Location
The post is based at the Warwickshire Skills Hub in Nuneaton, with county‑wide travel and visits to neighbouring authorities anticipated.
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