Commissioning Manager

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Commissioning Manager (Children's Care and Support) to join the London Borough of Richmond & Wandsworth.

• Temporary Contract
• Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week

About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Commissioning Manager to join our Children's Care and Support Commissioning Team. This role plays a vital part in shaping innovative commissioning and care models that improve outcomes for children, young people and families across the borough.

As a key member of the team, you will support the development and delivery of outcomes-based commissioning, working across areas such as SEND, early years, transport, brokerage, looked-after children and care leavers. You will help us create meaningful, value-for-money services in a challenging and evolving market.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Commissioning

• Develop, implement and review commissioning strategies aligned to Council, departmental and national requirements.
• Lead and facilitate strategic groups that set priorities for service commissioning.
• Work in partnership with health colleagues, voluntary sector partners and internal teams to deliver integrated commissioning.
• Maintain a strong understanding of local needs, identifying gaps and shaping future services accordingly.
• Ensure commissioned services are outcome-focused and deliver excellent value for money.
• Lead strategic service reviews to develop and implement effective service models and pathways.

Service Development & Delivery

• Take ownership of commissioning activity within allocated service areas, using negotiation, procurement and partnership approaches.
• Produce robust service specifications and service level agreements.
• Monitor and review the implementation of commissioning plans, adjusting strategies in line with best practice and emerging priorities.
• Champion personalisation and prevention, supporting access to universal and preventative services.

Partnerships & Collaboration

• Build strong partnerships with providers, health services, community organisations, carers and service users.
• Engage service users and carers in planning, evaluation and tender processes.
• Support joint commissioning and integrated funding approaches.

Financial & Project Management

• Contribute to effective budget management and value-for-money initiatives.
• Co-ordinate funding bids to develop new and innovative services.
• Lead projects and programmes, ensuring delivery of outcomes on time and within budget.

Teamwork & Leadership

• Foster effective teamwork and support staff through coaching, training and development.
• Act as a visible and collaborative member of the Care and Support Commissioning Unit.

Compliance & Corporate Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with legislation, Council policies, Data Protection, Equalities and Health & Safety.
• Embrace the Council's Best Value ethos and organisational values.
• Take responsibility for continuous personal and professional development.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in strategic direction-setting.
• Experience in contracting or managing contracts.
• Strong track record in Social Care or Health Commissioning.
• Experience developing innovative services and commissioning plans.
• Knowledge of commissioning priorities and experience managing or influencing large budgets.
• Experience with financial modelling and planning.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong project management and performance management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Ability to analyse complex information and produce professional reports.
• Ability to work strategically, manage change and handle competing priorities.
• Skilled in developing funding applications.

• Able to build effective relationships with providers, partners and stakeholders.
• Skilled in communicating complex information through various media.

Apply Now:

If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply. Should your CV be shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will contact you to discuss progressing your application to the client.

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