Director of Strategy, Governance and Communications - #1743567

Bradford Children and Families Trust

Director of Strategy, Governance and Communications

Salary: £98,000 - £106,000

This job post will be advertised for a minimum period of two weeks on LinkedIn. After this time please apply directly to https://www.gatenbysanderson.com/job/GSe123228 until the closing date of Monday 30th June.

Established in April 2023, Bradford Children and Families Trust has at its heart the sole purpose of enhancing the quality and delivery of children’s services across our city and district. Our mission is clear, to ensure that our promise to improve the lives of children and young people in Bradford becomes a reality. It’s a tough ask! It requires dedication, determination, and resilience, but under the stewardship of a dedicated senior leadership team, supported by a committed and passionate board, we are confident that we will achieve our ambition, and deliver the best outcomes for the children, young people and families of Bradford.

This key role will work across the whole organisation, supporting corporate leadership colleagues, the board and those delivering services, in implementing our vision and strategy. You will ensure that our corporate strategy is embedded across all parts of the Trust, aligned with our ambition to deliver the best possible outcomes for children, young people, and families. You will help drive strategic coherence that supports operational excellence, and a culture of accountability and innovation. Working closely with stakeholders, particularly with the council, you support the development of clear lines of accountability and strategic governance, working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes. Developing and delivering a communication and engagement strategy that engages our communities and showcases the significant improvements that we are making, making a positive impact to the lives of our residents.

You will drive innovation, champion transparency, and embed a culture of continuous improvement. We are seeking someone with the ability to influence, collaborate and communicate effectively. Whilst legal experience is not required, you will act as Company Secretary, ensuring effective governance whilst being a key liaison with external stakeholders including the council and other partners. You will bring experience of strategic communications that supports the Trust in building a clear message internally and externally of our positive journey of transformation.

If you are ready to help shape the future of children’s social care in, we are keen to speak to you. Please contact our advising consultants at GatenbySanderson, Philip Emms (07590 225472) or Marnie Lodhi (07795 654812) or click Apply Now for further information.

Closing date: Monday 30th June