Are you an experienced commissioner looking for a new challenge in a dynamic and supportive local authority?
West Berkshire Council is seeking a Senior Commissioner to join our newly creating Children’s Commissioning team working across Children’s Social Care, Education and SEND.
We are looking for a Senior Commissioner to focus on Children’s Social Care, including developing the market and ensuring sufficiency of foster carers and residential homes for children we care for. The role will also work with neighbouring boroughs and regional commissioning arrangements.
The Role
As part of the Commissioning Service, you will work collaboratively with our Social Care Colleagues, Providers and Service Users to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people in West Berkshire.
Key Responsibilities
* Market analysis and intelligence gathering to assess provider capacity and identify gaps in provision
* Commissioning of education, care and support services to meet the needs of children and young people
* Contract management and performance monitoring to ensure providers deliver high quality services
* Working in partnership with stakeholders, including parents, schools and external providers
Ideal Candidate
* Significant experience in commissioning, ideally within a local authority or public sector environment
* Knowledge of education and care services, including relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
* Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence a range of individuals
* Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and market information to inform commissioning decisions
* A collaborative and solution‑focused approach, with the ability to work effectively in partnership
Why Work for West Berkshire Council?
* Flexible working arrangements to promote work‑life balance
* Access to a wide range of relevant training and development opportunities
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Family friendly policies
* A range of local discounts
* You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 30 days per annum (plus public holidays) rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Tony Parker, Children’s Services Commissioning Lead at tony.parker1@westberks.gov.uk.
This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.
This role involves regulated activity with adults at risk. As such, appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with the relevant Barred List(s). In this post you will be required to maintain continuous registration with the DBS Update Service for the duration of your employment.
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Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.
Join us at West Berkshire Council and make a positive impact in our community while advancing your career.
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