Location
Romford

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£49,056 - £53,172 per annum

About the Role
The Young People’s Education & Skills Team is responsible for increasing participation in education, employment, and training for 16–18-year-olds and up to 25 for learners with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The team also works to reduce the number of young people who are Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET). We are seeking a skilled and motivated Young Peoples Specialist Commissioning Officer to join our team. You will have excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people, build and maintain strong working relationships, and demonstrate experience working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and partners. You will be highly organised, able to manage competing priorities while ensuring the timely and accurate reporting of key statutory performance data to various government departments, including the Department for Education (DfE).

Additional Information
The London Borough of Havering is committed to equality and diversity, ensuring all applications are considered on merit regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The council has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Appointment to this role may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants should provide a supporting statement explaining how they meet the criteria for this role. Anonymised recruitment is practiced, so please remove all personal information from any uploaded documents. Havering offers excellent transport links into central London, extensive town centre regeneration, and the highest concentration of green space in London, making it an attractive place to live and work. The borough is also becoming a hub for start-ups and expanding businesses across various industries including construction, logistics, engineering, and manufacturing.

Experience
Proven experience in working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and partners. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups and deliver excellent customer service.

About you
Highly organised and able to manage competing priorities. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships. Motivated and skilled in handling statutory performance data and reporting requirements.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but candidates should be able to demonstrate relevant skills and experience aligned with the role’s responsibilities.