Head of Strategic Commissioning
Adult Social Care
An exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to shape the future of adult social care commissioning and deliver outstanding services that improve lives and outcomes across the community.
If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you : Strategic Commissioning Manager, Head of Adult Social Care, Health and Social Care Lead, Director of Commissioning, Social Care Commissioner.
LOCATION: Hybrid role
working part from the office in Wokingham and part from home
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Head of Strategic Commissioning who will lead transformation within Adult Social Care and Health to deliver high-quality, person-centred services for local residents.
As a Head of Strategic Commissioning you will design and implement innovative commissioning strategies, strengthen provider markets and ensure value for money, sustainability, and quality across adult care services.
The Head of Strategic Commissioning will work collaboratively with health, voluntary, and community partners to co-produce services, improve integration, and promote equality, inclusion, and continuous improvement across the organisation.
Following a comprehensive inspection in 2025, the organisations adult social care services were rated Good overall, with Outstanding scores in Partnerships & Communities and Learning, Improvement & Innovation. They achieved one of the highest scores nationally (81%)a powerful endorsement of their commitment to quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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DUTIES
Your duties as the Head of Strategic Commissioning include :
Lead Transformation Programmes :
Deliver innovative commissioning strategies that achieve better outcomes for adults and carers
Develop Strategic Plans :
Oversee planning, commissioning, and improvement activities aligned with national and local priorities
Strengthen Partnerships :
Build strong relationships with health, voluntary, and community partners to develop integrated care solutions
Ensure Best Value :
Commission high-quality, affordable care and support services that offer value for money
Manage Teams Effectively :
Lead and motivate a team of commissioners to achieve organisational goals and service excellence
Use Data and Insight :
Apply evidence-based decision making to shape sustainable markets and inform policy direction
Promote Inclusion :
Champion equality, diversity, and co-production in all commissioning activity
Budget Oversight :
Ensure commissioning functions achieve a balanced budget while delivering effective services
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
The organisation is looking for a strategic thinker and experienced leader who can :
Translate national policy into local action with measurable impact
Inspire and lead high-performing teams, delivering innovation and excellence in social care commissioning
Demonstrate a deep understanding of the Care Act, commissioning cycles, and integrated care systems
Build trust and credibility with a wide range of stakeholders
Bring creativity, resilience, and a passion for improving lives
Has significant experience of successfully managing a strategic service, including people, budgets and performance
Understanding of the political landscape, legislative frameworks, and regional and national drivers surrounding the areas covered within the portfolio
Educated to degree-level or equivalent relevant professional qualifications or expertise
BENEFITS
A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
An excellent local government pension scheme
Use of a free onsite gym
Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes
A range of local & lifestyle discounts
An employee assistance programme including 24 / 7 wellbeing helpline
And much more!
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JOB REF : AWDO-P14059
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