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Independent Chair - East Sussex Safeguarding Children Partnership

Employer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Location
United Kingdom
Salary
600.00 GBP Daily
Closing date
29 Nov 2021

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We are an established and successful children's safeguarding partnership with engaged and committed safeguarding leads who prioritise positive outcomes for children and families across East Sussex. The 2020 Joint Targeted Area Inspection (JTAI) concluded that the East Sussex Safeguarding Children Partnership (ESSCP) is a 'highly effective Safeguarding Children Partnership'.

We are seeking an exceptional Independent Chair to provide effective leadership, challenge and scrutiny for the partnership. You will act as a constructive critical friend and provide independent and objective scrutiny of our multi-agency safeguarding arrangements.

We are looking for a person with outstanding leadership, partnership and communication skills at a senior level to chair the ESSCP effectively. You will need substantial experience of the safeguarding agenda both at an operational and strategic level and have the ability and credibility to command respect across all agencies.

This appointment is on a consultancy basis, and it is anticipated that the role will require a maximum of 30 days per year, which will be paid at GBP600 per day, inclusive of any travel costs.

For an informal discussion, please contact Douglas Sinclair, Head of Children's Safeguards & Quality Assurance, on or

To apply for this post please visit our website.

Closing date: 5 December 2021.

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.

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