High Needs Block Project Manager

We’re working with a local authority based in the South West who are looking for a High Needs Block (Automation Transformation) Project Manager to manage the Transformation Project in relation to priorities attached to the High Needs Block Funding.

The core purpose of this Project is to ensure the Children’s develops a better understanding of how their current HNB systems can be utilised to have transparent and accurate financial planning, reporting and payments.

Location: South West based Authority 

Set-up: Hybrid working – mixture of office attendance and home working  

Rate: £300 per day via Umbrella (Inside IR35)

Duration: 5 months initially

Hours: Full-time/ 5 days per week

The work will include:

• Role holders will be expected to manage complete projects or work on elements of complex, or broader projects or programmes of work
• This role will manage a budget and/or contribute to the management of the overall programme budget and will impact on savings/costs
• Track key project metrics, benefits, budgets, risks and highlight variances/trends in order to manage and control project progress and contribute to effective governance of the project
• Provide advice and subject matter expertise (SME) in project, change management and approaches, so that projects within the council are delivered in accordance with techniques and best practice
• Ensure all project methodology implemented supports the wider objectives of Children’s Services transformation

Experience and Qualifications

• Relevant project management qualification, e.g. PRINCE2 or equivalent
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of how High Needs Block systems work in Local Authorities and experience of working in this area
• Detailed knowledge in area of service or specialism including a general, broader understanding of the public sector and the issues that it faces
• Experience of managing projects and project teams

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