Business Development & Partnerships (Social Care)
We are growing, and we're looking for a dynamic Business Development Business Partner to play a central role in shaping our next chapter.
If you're driven, relationship focused, commercially aware, and passionate about creating better outcomes for people, this could be the perfect next step.
As a specialist care provider, our growth is not about numbers alone. It's about developing the right services, for the right people, at the right time. In this role, you'll work closely with local authorities, commissioners, and internal operational teams to develop meaningful partnerships, manage referrals, shape person-centred solutions and identify opportunities where our services can genuinely make a difference.
This is a fantastic role for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and influencing positive change across the health, education, and social care landscape.
What You'll Be Doing:
Partnerships & Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with decision-makers across commissioning bodies
Proactively identify new business opportunities across Residential and Education services
Promote cross-divisional collaboration to ensure we maximise all opportunities
Referral Pipeline & Customer Experience
Manage and maintain the referral process, working closely with the Head of Business Development
Drive the referral pipeline to meet organisational KPIs
Engage directly with stakeholders to discuss, shape, and progress referrals
Ensure timely, clear communication with operational leaders to support informed placement decisions
Provide exceptional internal and external customer service
Insight, Reporting & Strategy
Develop systems to capture and act on customer feedback
Maintain accurate, up-to-date records
Produce reports on market trends, forecasts, and account analysis
Conduct market research to identify gaps, trends, and opportunities for expansion
Support commercial modelling, pricing, and costing of new services in collaboration with finance
Collaboration & Innovation
Work closely with operational leaders to create innovative, person-centred service models
Respond to opportunities with high-quality, compelling proposals
Represent Bright Futures at regional and national forums, events, and networking opportunities
What We're Looking For:
Experience & Knowledge
Experience in business development, commissioning, or commercial roles within social care
Understanding of referrals and transitions within the social care sector
Knowledge of commissioning processes, funding models, and regulatory frameworks in health, social care, or education (Desirable)
Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal with a person-centred mindset
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams
Confident working independently and managing deadlines
Highly organised with strong problem-solving capabilities
An understanding of social care for people with autism learning disabilities and complex needs. Previous experience in a care role is not essential but may be beneficial
Why Bright Futures?
A values-driven social care and SEND education provider focused on quality and outcomes making a real difference
Exciting time of growth and innovation
Supportive, collaborative working culture
Opportunities for professional development
The chance to shape services that genuinely change lives
Salary & Benefits
£45,000.00 (plus discretionary bonus)
Healthcare Cashback (dental, optical, physio, wellbeing)
Care Friends Referral rewards up to £2000
Bright Stars bonus scheme & Employee of the Month awards
Free Meals at work
Life Assurance Policy – 2x salary
Cycle to Work Scheme
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