Who should apply for the Aspirant DCS Programme?
The programme provides leadership development for those individuals who aspire to the DCS role. Individuals suitable for the role will have worked in some aspect of children’s services at the assistant director level or equivalent. Individuals ready for the programme will be highly committed to becoming a DCS and will envisage applying for a DCS post between 12 and 18 months from their application for the programme. Those who feel they meet these criteria will require sponsorship from their line manager or other appropriate senior colleague and will be able to commit 28 days (over a 12 to 18 month period) to complete the programme in full.
