Commissioning Hub Support Officer (SEND)
Location: Wildwood, County Hall Campus
Salary: £27,052 – £29,345 per annum
Hours: 35 Hours per Week
Team: Commissioning Hub – SEND
Employment type: Permanent
Role: The Commissioning Hub brings together all Children’s related commissioning activities within Worcestershire County Council. We are looking for proactive and driven individuals to support commissioning work within the SEND area of the service.
Responsibilities:
* Support school consultations and commission alternative provision.
* Collaborate with providers, education and SEND staff to help ensure suitable provision is found.
* Undertake cost negotiations with providers to ensure optimum value for money and reduce overall expenditure of the higher needs block.
* Quality assure forms, set up finance packages, contracts and assist with other key commissioning related duties as required.
Benefits:
* Great Holiday Entitlement: 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part‑time). Up to 31 days after 5 years.
* Brilliant Pension Scheme: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
* Professional Learning & Development: we actively encourage learning and development.
* Flexible Working: hybrid working available.
Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.
Contact: Craig Wheeler, Commissioning Hub Manager – cwheeler@worcestershire.gov.uk
Application Closing Date: Sunday 26th October 2025
Anticipated Interview Date: Friday 7th November 2025
Attached documents: Job Description, Person Specification.
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