Description
* Suffolk County Council
* Address : Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1 2BX – Hybrid
* Salary : £48,163 per annum (pro rata for part time)
* Hours : 37 hours per week – flexible working options available
* Contract : Permanent
Do you want to be part of shaping the future of adult social care in Suffolk? We are looking for a passionate and driven Contracts and Commissioning Manager to join our Strategic Commissioning and Contract Management (SCCM) team. This role will give you the opportunity to develop your management skills while working closely with our local care market. You will lead on identifying priorities and opportunities, manage relationships with care providers through effective contract management, and help design innovative changes to services that make a real difference.
Responsibilities
* Oversee contract management and provider relationship activities.
* Manage quality monitoring and assurance activities for services.
* Design changes to services provided to people by care providers on behalf of the Council.
* Work with social work teams and people with lived experience to identify opportunities to make improvements to services.
Qualifications
* Experience or capability in managing people, contracts and service delivery.
* The ability to empower individuals with lived experience to shape and improve services.
* A track record of overseeing supplier or external partner performance to achieve shared goals.
* Confidence in working independently and managing your own workload effectively.
* A genuine interest in developing your skills in relationship management, project coordination and co‑production with people who have lived experience.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role apply – even if you don’t meet all requirements, we would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
The Strategic Commissioning and Contract Management team is dedicated to delivering the best support offer for adults with disabilities. We’re proud of our collaborative spirit and commitment to continuous improvement. You will be supported by a large peer network, user‑friendly tools and regular engagement with managers and leaders. You will be expected to come into the office at least two days a week and we embrace hybrid working.
Empowering Everyone
We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently under‑represented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Jonathan Miller‑Williams for a casual conversation. He can be reached by calling or emailing.
How to apply
1. Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
2. Click Apply Now to start your online application.
3. Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). Use the Supporting Statement Template.
o Describe a time when you developed or redesigned a service to deliver improved outcomes aligned with the People at the Heart of Care principle – such as promoting sustainability, independence, quality and amplifying people’s voices.
o Share an example of when you successfully influenced a provider or supplier to address a performance or quality issue by tackling the root causes such as behavioural or operational constraints.
o Using a real‑life example explain how your leadership has helped others manage competing priorities, feel supported and work confidently and independently.
4. Upload a CV (without name and personal details). We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
Closing date
11.30pm 28 September 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
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