Newham’s Children & Young People’s Commissioner

Competitive salary

People at the Heart of Everything We Do

Newham is a young, diverse, vibrant and ambitious borough with a huge amount to offer to people who are innovative and creative in their thinking. It is a place that is being transformed and puts people at the heart of everything it does. Our residents deserve those who are prepared to embrace change, seize opportunities and disrupt what is normal.

This is a newly created and exciting role. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will be genuinely committed to making Newham the best place in the world for children and young people to grow and thrive. Working closely with the Corporate Director of Children and Young People and the Mayor, you will identify opportunities to intervene early in the lives of our children and young people across the borough. We are open as to your background, but you will have an interest in social policy and youth agendas and able to develop ideas on how we can make their lives better.

For further information about this exciting opportunity please visit www.NewhamAmbition.com. Alternatively, for an informal and confidential conversation, please call Anita Denton (07725 554 802) or Josh Bembridge (07739 985 331) from our recruitment partners Penna.

Closing date for applications: 31 July 2019.