Description
We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council. We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all.
This role has a starting salary of £70,975 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. This is a full-time post but part time applications are also welcomed.
We are hiring a Senior Commissioning Manager to join our dedicated Adult Mental Health Commissioning team. This is a hybrid role, with the team base in Woodhatch, Reigate. The team has an excellent track record in co-producing services that offer value for money and good outcomes for people drawing on care and support.
We want to make sure that people can get the right help and support, at the right time and in a way that is accessible for them. We want to tackle inequality and make sure no-one is left behind: we know that some groups of people have poorer outcomes and we must address this.
Rewards and Benefits
1. 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
2. Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
3. An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
4. Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
5. Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
6. A generous local government salary related pension
7. Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
8. 2 paid volunteering days per year
9. Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
About the Team
The Adult Mental Health Commissioning Team is part of the Commissioning function in Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships. We are a dynamic and supportive team consisting of one head of service, three senior commissioning managers and two commissioning managers who are committed to achieving good outcomes for the citizens of Surrey.
We work closely with other areas of the directorate, such as brokerage, quality assurance and the mental health locality teams; we also have positive working relationships with the mental health provider market in Surrey.
About the Role
As a Senior Commissioning Manager you will be a strategic commissioning lead in the adult mental health commissioning team. Senior Commissioning Managers have a diverse portfolio including:
10. Managing, developing and improving the provider market
11. Co-producing new services
12. Shaping, developing and influencing strategic plans
13. Working across health and social care systems
14. Ensuring delivery of high quality, affordable and outcomes focused services
15. Leading the development of services meeting identified gaps in services
This role will have a focus on adult mental health, providing leadership for commissioning strategy for adults with mental health needs. It is specifically responsible for overseeing the supported independent living market.
The role holder is also responsible for oversight of the voluntary sector provision within mental health. The role links closely with the operational mental health teams, and the role holder is expected to contribute to the mental health management board and quality improvement board, amongst other governance arrangements.
Shortlisting Criteria
To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:
16. Professional commissioning experience
17. Leadership and management skills
18. Project and programme management skills
19. Ability to bring together, manage and listen to a wide range of stakeholders to improve outcomes for Surrey citizens
20. Experiences in managing and developing Adult Social Care provider markets
21. Values and approach to commissioning and service development
Contact us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.
For an informal discussion please contact Jane Bremner by email or on MS Teams.
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/09/2025 with interviews planned for 8th October 2025.
We look forward to receiving your application,