Performance Improvement and Quality Manager - Ref CH20419

£44,190- £49,448 per annum
Full time, Permanent 

We are looking to recruit an experienced and dynamic Performance, Improvement and Quality Manager with a passion for using data, analysis and evidence to support service improvement and contribute to achieving better outcomes for children, young people and families. 

You will line manage a team of analytical staff covering specified areas of work and lead on working with senior managers, providing specialist support, advice and recommendations on best practice in relation to qualitative and quantitative data use and auditing. You will champion evidence-informed decision making and using data and analysis to support the Directorate’s journey to improve outcomes for children, young people and families in Walsall. 

You will ensure that regional and national commitments are met, ensuring that all statutory returns are submitted on time and are of a high quality. You will play a key role in preparing for internal and external inspection. 

You will support the Head of Performance Improvement and Quality in delivering the Directorate’s contribution to the Council’s Corporate Plan, review and develop internal service plans, and support in the  development and implementation of the Performance Management Framework. You will lead on improving access to data using new technologies including the development of self-serve applications and digital dashboards in line with the Council’s digital transformation aims. 

Closing date for applications: Sunday 2^nd June 2019
Interviews expected week commencing: 17^th June 2019 

Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children and young people entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children and young people.  

Note: Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas