THE person who will head a £1m scheme to help disadvantaged young families in Darlington will be paid £32,000 a year.

Sure Start, a government initiative aimed at improving the well-being and opportunities of children, is based in the North Road area of the town.

The Sure Start Partnership is looking for a programme manager to coordinate and implement the scheme.

Application forms and further details are available from the Administration Division at Darlington Borough Council, Human Resources Management Division, Town Hall, Darlington, DL1 5QT. Telephone (01325) 388217.

The closing date is Wednesday, May 23.