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We are seeking an experienced Children’s Programme Manager to lead the delivery and development of services supporting children, young people and families. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident programme professional who can bring strategic oversight, strong partnership working and a clear focus on improving outcomes for children and families.

You will manage a portfolio of projects and initiatives within a family support programme, ensuring that activity is delivered effectively, on time and in line with agreed objectives. Your responsibilities will include developing delivery plans, monitoring progress, identifying and managing risks, overseeing budgets and preparing clear reports for senior stakeholders. You will use data, evidence and feedback to evaluate impact and recommend improvements.

The role will involve building effective relationships with professionals across children’s services, education, health, social care, the voluntary and community sector, and other partner agencies. You will facilitate meetings and workshops, coordinate contributions from multiple teams, and promote consistent, family-focused approaches. A key part of the role will be ensuring that children, young people and parents or carers are meaningfully involved in shaping and reviewing services.

You will provide leadership and constructive challenge, supporting colleagues to deliver high-quality work while maintaining a strong focus on safeguarding, equality, inclusion and positive outcomes. You will also contribute to the development of policies, procedures and service improvement plans, ensuring that practice reflects current legislation, guidance and best practice.

Applicants should have substantial experience of programme or project management within children’s services, family support, education, health or a related public service environment. You will need excellent communication, organisation and analytical skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and present complex information clearly. Experience of partnership working, performance management, budget monitoring and safeguarding frameworks is essential. A relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience is desirable.

This role would suit a proactive and collaborative professional who is committed to reducing inequalities and achieving lasting improvements for children, young people and families.