Location: Aylesbury
Overview
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives by ensuring they receive the right care at the right time and price?
We are looking for three proactive and detail-oriented Brokerage and Placements Support Officers to join our dynamic Commissioning and Procurement Hub. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in sourcing and arranging high-quality care and support services for residents across the community.
Our new Commissioning and Procurement Hub ensures collaboration with our clients to develop and execute a procurement strategy to achieve their defined success criteria. We bring together experiences and lessons learned to ensure the most effective approach. Our new Commissioning and Procurement Hub supports all stages of the commercial lifecycle, complementing client teams to maximise value.
About us
Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally.
About the role
As a Brokerage and Placements Support Officer, you will be responsible for purchasing care and support services on behalf of the Council and the Integrated Care Board (ICB). Your work will directly impact the lives of individuals with health and social care needs by ensuring they receive timely, person-centred, and cost-effective care.
You will:
1. Source a wide range of care services including residential, nursing, supported living, extra care, home care, and day services.
2. Negotiate with providers to secure high-quality care at the best value.
3. Work in a fast-paced environment, prioritising urgent and same-day care needs.
4. Collaborate with social workers, clinical colleagues, and providers to ensure seamless care arrangements.
5. Maintain accurate records and ensure contractual agreements are completed promptly.
Any-Desk:
As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements.
About you
We’re looking for individuals who are:
6. Experienced in the health and social care sector, with knowledge of the care market and procurement processes.
7. Organised and detail-oriented, with strong planning and record-keeping skills.
8. A confident communicator, able to negotiate effectively and explain complex information clearly.
9. Collaborative, working well with colleagues and external partners to achieve the best outcomes.
10. Driven by values, showing respect, ambition, and a commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals.
You should also have:
11. Good ICT skills, including Microsoft Office and ideally experience with systems like LAS, ContrOCC, or E-Brokerage.
12. A relevant qualification (A-level/HNC or equivalent) and/or professional experience in a similar role.
13. A respectful and person-centred approach to care sourcing.
Please refer to the job summary attached for full details about the role.