Ipswich, United Kingdom | Posted on 05/08/2026
At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation.
That's why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.
In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges.
Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints.
Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries.
These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.
Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with cutting-edge recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs.
Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens.
With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.
Job Description
3-month contract role with a local authority
Summary
This is a 3-month contract role with a local authority, offering a rate of £****** per day (Umbrella).
The purpose of the role is to lead and deliver strategic SEND, inclusion,



and social care improvement projects aimed at enhancing outcomes for children, young people, and families.
The postholder will manage multiple projects, drive service improvement, support organizational change, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of local priorities and national reforms.
Responsibilities
Lead the planning, delivery, implementation, and evaluation of SEND, inclusion, and children's services projects.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, ensuring milestones, objectives, and deliverables are achieved.
Support the implementation of national reforms and local improvement programmes across Children's Services.
Work with stakeholders to identify opportunities for service improvement and innovation.
Use data, evidence, and performance information to inform project delivery and decision-making.
Monitor project progress, budgets, risks, dependencies, and outcomes, taking corrective action where required.
Maintain project governance arrangements and provide regular updates to senior leaders and programme boards.
Requirements
Essential Experience Required
Significant experience managing projects, programmes, or service improvement initiatives within a public sector environment.
Experience working within Children's Services, SEND, Education, Social Care, or related services.
Experience delivering organizational change and transformation projects.
Experience managing project risks, budgets, resources, and performance.
Essential Qualifications Required
Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience in Project Management, Education, Social Care, Business Management, Public Administration, or a related field.
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to project management or service improvement.
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