We are seeking an experienced leader to join us on a temporary basis to provide maternity cover in this key strategic role. You will play a central part in shaping and influencing our approach to corporate performance. There is also a focus on equality, diversity and inclusion, which includes providing advice and insight to ensure these principles are embedded across everything we do.
Working closely with senior leaders, you will oversee our corporate performance functions, ensuring we use data, insight and strong partnerships to continuously improve outcomes for our communities. Alongside this you will support the organisation to understand and respond to the evolving equalities landscape, helping translate legislation, policy and local priorities.
Ideally, we are looking for someone who has substantial knowledge and experience in both performance management and equality & diversity, but are open to applicants with a particular strength in either of these areas, and a competency to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully oversee the delivery of the other function during the maternity cover period.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact by supporting an inclusive culture, strengthening relationships with partners and communities, and enabling informed, evidence-based decision-making across the organisation.
The rewards for working at Darlington Borough Council go beyond the salary you will receive; we have numerous additional benefits such as:
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
- Flexible working
- Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
- Staff equality forums
- Green Car Leasing Scheme
- Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
- Physiotherapy service
- Confidential counselling service
- Great wellbeing offer
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
- Local and National retailer discounts
- Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings
- Arriva Employee Travel Club
For the full range of benefits we offer, please see our "Why work for us" internet page, which also includes our Total Reward Booklet and Employee Benefit Video.https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-work-for-us/
Find out further information about us and what it’s like to work for our great team by visiting the Jobs and Careers home page.
https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/
General Information for Applicants:
For a further informal discussion and any queries around the role profile and job itself please contact Eleanor Swan on [email protected].
If you have any further questions regarding applying for this role or the questions , please contact the HR Support team on 01325 403217 or [email protected].
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We are an equal opportunities' employer. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We aim to interview any applicant who declares a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job.
