Partnership and Integration

Partnership and Integration (Connect to Work) - CMB1953e

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About This Opportunity

Connect to Work is a new supported employment programme that forms a key part of the governments Get Britain Working strategy. Councils in Cumbria are receiving funding from the Department of Work and Pensions to develop and launch a Cumbria-wide programme to support people into work. To ensure Connect to Work is a success, we are building a new team to drive programme mobilisation and live-running.

Location: Penrith with home-working

Salary: 45,091 - 46,142 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Temporary

About This Opportunity

Connect to Work is a new supported employment programme that forms a key part of the governments Get Britain Working strategy. Councils in Cumbria are receiving funding from the Department of Work and Pensions to develop and launch a Cumbria-wide programme to support people into work. To ensure Connect to Work is a success, we are building a new team to drive programme mobilisation and live-running.

Are you a skilled relationship-builder who thrives on collaboration and making things happen? Do you have a track record of creating partnerships and driving change?

We are looking for a Partnership and Integration Manager to lead strategic collaboration across different sectors to ensure the Connect to Work programme is implemented and successfully maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with partners including local authorities, VCSE organisations, education and training providers, health partners, and employers.
• Ensure the Connect to Work programme aligns with wider local strategies.
• Act as the main point of contact for key stakeholders.
• Lead on the operational and technical integration of Connect to Work with other relevant services and programmes across Cumbria
• Contribute to the overall design, implementation and evaluation of the programme.
  
  

This role is available on an Initial 3 year fixed-term basis.

Who Were Looking For

Were looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

Were also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Isobel Brown by email at Isobel.Brown@enterprisingcumbria.org.uk

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicantsas long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces
  
  

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

Were dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Thats why were a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments arent always guaranteed, well always listen and well try our best to accommodate your needs.

Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions.

Application and Interview information

• Closing date: 12th August 2025
• Interview date:18th August 2025
  
  

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If youre interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

Please Read The Supporting Information

• Post Specification
  
  

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council

Seniority level

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionOther
• IndustriesGovernment Administration

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