Flexible Framework for Adoption Support - Therapeutic and Specialist Assessment Services

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        "description": "Therapeutic Provider Gathering, taking place on Thursday 10 September 2026, from 10:00am-12:00pm.\nVenue: Burnett Room, Linskill Centre, North Shields, NE30 2AY\nThe event is to bring together therapeutic providers, interested in joining our Therapeutic Provider Framework and colleagues from across our service.  \nThe event will provide an opportunity to hear updates on our therapeutic offer and provider framework, meet existing and prospective providers, and strengthen collaborative working to support adoptive families.  \nThe session will provide an overview of the tender process, application requirements and expectations of working in partnership with us.\nThis is the re-opening of framework tender, we will discuss how to apply and answer any questions you may have. \nExpressions of Interest can be made via the OPEN portal at : https://open-uk.org/opportunities\nReference number: OPEN20261845"
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