We have an exciting role on offer within our Adult Services Commissioning as a Commissioning Officer. Candidates should be passionate about designing and commissioning services whilst shaping the provider market to secure high-quality provision for people of Middlesbrough. Working alongside other key partners and stakeholders, you will be creative, and solution focused and be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills. To be successful in this role you need GCSE Grade C or above or equivalent in Maths and English and a Good standard of education to a Level 3 or equivalent relevant qualification. Applications are welcomed from individuals who have experience of Adult Social Care and have a working knowledge of Local Government. This post will hold the contract portfolio of Residential and Nursing Care Homes, so knowledge of this sector would be advantageous. Our corporate values are at the heart of everything we do. The successful candidate will be expected to be familiar with our values and how they would be reflected in their work. The Council has a policy that supports new ways of working. This post will be eligible for a blended working arrangement which encompasses a mix of home and office working, providing a great work life balance. In addition to generous leave entitlement, flexible working, access to an electric car scheme and various employee discounts, employees of Middlesbrough Council can also benefit from an excellent pension scheme. If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for! If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Dan Lloyd, Commissioning Manager – Operations at or call 01642 729256. Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships. Please note this post is subject to a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Check, which includes a Verification of Criminal Record check (unspent convictions only). We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.