Head of Provider Services Location: Medway, Kent Salary: £61,140 – £73,241 per annum Plus: Special Allowance: £5,573 per annum Skills Allowance: £10,000 per annum Out of Hours Payment: £3,000 per annumDesignation: Head of Provider Services Directorate: Children & Adults Division: Children’s Services Responsible to: Assistant Director – Children’s Services Grade: Service Manager About the Role Medway Council is seeking a visionary and strategic Head of Provider Services to lead and innovate within Children’s Services. This pivotal role will provide strategic leadership, drive service excellence, and ensure the highest standards of care for children, young people, and families. As a key member of the Children’s Services Management Team, you will oversee Provider Services, contribute to our ambitious sufficiency strategy, and shape the future of children’s placements across Medway. Key Responsibilities Lead the strategic development of Provider Services, including the design and implementation of strategies, policies, and service improvements. Maintain strategic oversight of the Sufficiency Plan, fostering strong partnerships to secure stable, high-quality placements for children in care. Oversee children’s placements and financial forecasting, working closely with Commissioning to monitor spend, analyse impact, and plan for future demand. Act as the ...