Senior Commissioning Officer - Children's Services An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Commissioning Officer to join a Children's Commissioning Team on a full-time basis (37 hours per week). This role offers hybrid working arrangements and the chance to make a real impact for children and young people. The role Lead on the development, implementation and monitoring of commissioning plans for children and young people Deliver a focus on Short Breaks for children with SEND, and the Advocacy and Independent Visiting service Manage full tender and retender exercises, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness and value for money Work collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes and whole system change Key responsibilities Develop and commission Short Breaks provision for children with SEND Overhaul and retender the Advocacy and Independent Visitor service at pace Report on progress and delivery at senior board level Support the co-development of service offers with children, young people and partners Candidate requirements In-depth knowledge of national issues and programmes relevant to children and young people's services Proven experience commissioning Short Breaks provision Strong skills in needs assessment, performance management, monitoring and reporting Background in service development, programme management and financial oversight Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders The offer A rewarding and impactful role shaping services for children and young people Flexible working and a hybrid model Supportive team culture and environment