Short Breaks Co-ordinator

Short Breaks CoordinatorPay: 30.07 Per Hour PAYE / 40.53 Per Hour Umbrella.Location: Hackney, London Directorate: Children and Education (Disabled Children''s Service)Contract Type: Temporary Start Date: ASAPResponsible For: 2x Short Breaks Service Support Officers, 1x Short Breaks Finance OfficerEnhanced DBS Required About the RoleAre you a strategic thinker with a passion for improving outcomes for disabled children and young people? The London Borough of Hackney is seeking a dedicated Short Breaks Coordinator to step into a vital maternity cover role.In this position, you will oversee the strategic and operational development of Hackney''s short breaks program, managing an allocated 900k budget. You will ensure services are equitable, affordable, and highly accessible, while leading on crucial contract management, parent/carer participation, and upcoming service tenders.Key ResponsibilitiesService Leadership: Oversee the allocation of the 900k short breaks funding and drive improvements to make universal/mainstream settings more accessible.Contract and Financial Management: Lead contract monitoring activity to ensure compliance and high standards. Partner closely with finance teams to track expenditures, prevent over/underspends, and assist with the Disabled Children''s Service Homecare tender.Team Management: Line manage and support a dedicated front-line team, including two Service Support Officers and a Finance Officer.Community Engagement: Coordinate the parent/carer ..... full job details .....