We are looking for a new Programmes Manager to join our team. This role is for maternity cover from the end of November 2020 to mid October 2021.

The Programmes team at What Works for Children’s Social Care is responsible for the grant funding and commissioning, the team strives to:

1. Raise the standards – and volume – of good quality research in the sector, by maintaining a core focus on rigorous research, providing appropriate support, and by leading by example in the work that we fund.
2. Encourage sector-led innovation and research in key priority areas identified by the Centre.
3. Attract experts and influential organisations from other sectors to children’s social care research, to broaden expertise in the sector and create opportunities for collaboration.

Deadline for applications: 2pm 9th Sept 2020