Job Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for an Adults Commissioner on a full time, permanent basis. The post plays a vital role in Adults Strategic Commissioning and sits within a well established and respected team.
At Bracknell Forest Council we pride ourselves on stability, a supportive environment, a healthy work‑life balance, and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including remote working.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the People Directorate to achieve best outcomes and value for money.
* Deliver a range of activities across all aspects of the commissioning cycle.
* Perform varied and complex tasks, working independently and as part of a team.
* Manage a portfolio of projects to deliver to the project plan, facilitating project groups.
* Have responsibility for significant high value projects and commissioning strategies, overseeing change management and contract management.
* Ensure a portfolio of contracts deliver according to specification, responding proactively to provider under‑performance.
* Draft decision and review papers that include clear options, appraisals and recommendations which demonstrate analytical and critical thinking.
* Form strong relationships and working partnerships to assist in the strategic development of service and deliver value for money solutions.
About the Team
Working in a supportive and well‑established team, you will work with colleagues at all levels. The team is of significant strategic and commercial importance.
Benefits
* 28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.
* Hybrid working opportunities to support wellbeing and work‑life balance.
* Paid employee volunteering scheme.
* Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
* Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).
* Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply).
* Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.
* Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.
Our Values
We are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning – core values that influence how we work with each other and serve our residents.
Reasonable Adjustments
We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, contact recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk.
Interview Information
Interviews will be held on 25th November 2025 in person.
How to Apply
Please apply online via the link provided. We do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Contact
Ben Sladden – Strategic Commissioning Manager – ben.sladden@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
Closing Date
16/11/2025 at 23:59
Eligibility
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Employment Details
Employment type: Permanent (Full time)
Contract: Permanent
Hours per week: 37
Salary: £42,500 – £47,910 per year inclusive of London weighting allowance
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Job Function
Other
Industries
Government Administration
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