Commissioning Officer - Adult Social Care 3 month rolling contract £250-300 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella) 4 or 5 days per week, flexible Hybrid working - 2 days per week on site South London Step into a role where you will genuinely shape services that matter within a collaborative, relationship focussed team. As a Commissioning Officer within Adult Social Care, you will report into a Senior Commissioning Manager and play a pivotal role in developing and improving specialist services for adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs and substance use support requirements. You will be trusted with key contracts, exposed to high profile transformation activity and given the autonomy to influence how services are designed, commissioned and delivered. Your role as Commissioning Officer - Adult Social Care: Leading on service commissioning and contributing to procurement activity for specialist adult services Using data, insight and Equality Impact Needs Assessments to shape service design and commissioning intentions Driving engagement, consultation and co production with providers, service users and carers Managing and monitoring contracts, quality and performance, working closely with Quality Assurance Supporting transformation projects using clear project management principles Your previous experience as Commissioning Officer - Adult Social Care: Proven experience in adult social care or public health commissioning within a local authority setting Strong understanding of Learning Disabilities, Mental Health or Substance Use services is an advantage Confidence in partnership working across councils, NHS and the voluntary sector Ability to produce clear, high quality reports and presentations for a range of audiences A proactive approach with strong analytical, organisational and IT skills If you're interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Melanie on or apply today. Our clients are committed to building a diverse workforce. Recruitment decisions are based on experience and skills, and any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the application and hiring process.
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
Commissioning Officer - Adult Social Care 3 month rolling contract £250-300 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella) 4 or 5 days per week, flexible Hybrid working - 2 days per week on site South London Step into a role where you will genuinely shape services that matter within a collaborative, relationship focussed team. As a Commissioning Officer within Adult Social Care, you will report into a Senior Commissioning Manager and play a pivotal role in developing and improving specialist services for adults with learning disabilities, mental health needs and substance use support requirements. You will be trusted with key contracts, exposed to high profile transformation activity and given the autonomy to influence how services are designed, commissioned and delivered. Your role as Commissioning Officer - Adult Social Care: Leading on service commissioning and contributing to procurement activity for specialist adult services Using data, insight and Equality Impact Needs Assessments to shape service design and commissioning intentions Driving engagement, consultation and co production with providers, service users and carers Managing and monitoring contracts, quality and performance, working closely with Quality Assurance Supporting transformation projects using clear project management principles Your previous experience as Commissioning Officer - Adult Social Care: Proven experience in adult social care or public health commissioning within a local authority setting Strong understanding of Learning Disabilities, Mental Health or Substance Use services is an advantage Confidence in partnership working across councils, NHS and the voluntary sector Ability to produce clear, high quality reports and presentations for a range of audiences A proactive approach with strong analytical, organisational and IT skills If you're interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Melanie on or apply today. Our clients are committed to building a diverse workforce. Recruitment decisions are based on experience and skills, and any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the application and hiring process.
Overview Head of Development Management & Major Projects Initial 6 month contract - ASAP start £750 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella) Hybrid working CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing 27 April 2026. Step into a pivotal leadership role where you will shape how a major city grows, regenerates and delivers complex development at pace. As Head of Development Management & Major Projects, you will report directly into the Director of Planning and Building Control, leading senior team leaders across Development Management and Enforcement while holding accountability for significant budgets, performance and major schemes of strategic importance. This is a high impact opportunity where your decisions will influence the Local Plan, unlock regeneration, and ensure development delivers real social, economic and environmental value. You will balance political awareness with commercial realism, bringing pace, clarity and confidence to a demanding and highly visible service. If you thrive on complexity, leadership and influence, this role will keep you engaged from day one. Your role as Head of Development Management & Major Projects Strategic leadership of Development Management, Enforcement and Major Projects, driving performance, quality and customer focus Ownership of major and regionally significant planning applications, from submission through to delivery Performance, budget and financial management, including Section 106 contributions and service planning Influencing and embedding the Local Plan, planning policy and statutory processes across the service Acting as the senior face of the service at committees, partnerships and regional forums Your previous experience as Head of Development Management & Major Projects Proven leadership of Development Management teams within a large urban authority Extensive experience handling complex, large scale planning applications, appeals and enforcement Strong background in strategic planning, policy implementation and service improvement Excellent report writing, presentation and negotiation skills at senior level RTPI recognised qualification with additional management or specialist planning experience You will be hands on, politically astute and comfortable dealing with competing priorities, while creating a positive, high performing culture through coaching and mentoring. Your ability to work across professional boundaries and build strong external partnerships will be critical to success in this role. If you're interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail, or know someone who would be a strong fit for Head of Development Management & Major Projects, please contact George Batson or Lucy Connick on or apply today. (We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in contact.) Our clients are committed to creating and sustaining a diverse workforce. Recruiting decisions are based solely on experience and skills, and reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the application and hiring process.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Overview Head of Development Management & Major Projects Initial 6 month contract - ASAP start £750 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella) Hybrid working CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing 27 April 2026. Step into a pivotal leadership role where you will shape how a major city grows, regenerates and delivers complex development at pace. As Head of Development Management & Major Projects, you will report directly into the Director of Planning and Building Control, leading senior team leaders across Development Management and Enforcement while holding accountability for significant budgets, performance and major schemes of strategic importance. This is a high impact opportunity where your decisions will influence the Local Plan, unlock regeneration, and ensure development delivers real social, economic and environmental value. You will balance political awareness with commercial realism, bringing pace, clarity and confidence to a demanding and highly visible service. If you thrive on complexity, leadership and influence, this role will keep you engaged from day one. Your role as Head of Development Management & Major Projects Strategic leadership of Development Management, Enforcement and Major Projects, driving performance, quality and customer focus Ownership of major and regionally significant planning applications, from submission through to delivery Performance, budget and financial management, including Section 106 contributions and service planning Influencing and embedding the Local Plan, planning policy and statutory processes across the service Acting as the senior face of the service at committees, partnerships and regional forums Your previous experience as Head of Development Management & Major Projects Proven leadership of Development Management teams within a large urban authority Extensive experience handling complex, large scale planning applications, appeals and enforcement Strong background in strategic planning, policy implementation and service improvement Excellent report writing, presentation and negotiation skills at senior level RTPI recognised qualification with additional management or specialist planning experience You will be hands on, politically astute and comfortable dealing with competing priorities, while creating a positive, high performing culture through coaching and mentoring. Your ability to work across professional boundaries and build strong external partnerships will be critical to success in this role. If you're interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail, or know someone who would be a strong fit for Head of Development Management & Major Projects, please contact George Batson or Lucy Connick on or apply today. (We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in contact.) Our clients are committed to creating and sustaining a diverse workforce. Recruiting decisions are based solely on experience and skills, and reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the application and hiring process.
Overview Commissioning Lead- Children's CHC Specialist - Initial 3-6 month interim contract. Midlands - Hybrid working. £400 per day (umbrella), DOE - scope for negotiation. ASAP. Interviews will be held within the week, so please get in touch to apply ASAP. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Children's Continuing Healthcare (CHC) specialist to join a forward thinking Local Authority as an interim Commissioning Lead Officer leading on all integrated commissioning conversations with head for Children's Continuing Health Care. You will bring expert knowledge of the Children's CHC National Framework and significant experience managing complex assessments, contested cases and high cost packages. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the interface of health, education and social care and is confident influencing ICB decision making while protecting the Local Authority's position. Responsibilities Lead commissioning activity across a defined portfolio, ensuring services align with local and national strategic priorities. Act as the Local Authority's specialist in Children's & Young People's CHC, completing and reviewing CHC assessments, DSTs and eligibility evidence. Challenge and negotiate ICB decisions where appropriate, ensuring robust application of the Children's CHC National Framework. Use qualitative and quantitative data (including JSNA) to analyse need and shape service planning. Produce high quality commissioning strategies, specifications and reports for senior leaders and boards. Work collaboratively with partners, providers and stakeholders to co produce solutions and develop outcome focused service models. Provide critical challenge to operational teams and support continuous improvement. Offer day to day oversight and support to Commissioning Officers to ensure delivery of key projects. Required experience Extensive experience independently completing end to end Children's CHC assessments, referrals, DSTs and contested cases. Strong background working within or alongside Children's Social Care and confidently operating in a statutory Local Authority environment. Expert knowledge of the Children's CHC National Framework, with the ability to evidence eligibility and challenge health decisions. Exceptional evidence gathering and report writing skills, producing documentation that withstands legal, panel and audit scrutiny. Experience delivering commissioning, service reviews or project management within health or social care settings. Assertive, outcome focused practitioner able to manage complex, urgent or high cost cases with minimal supervision. Ability to build relationships across partners, influence confidently and drive forward strategic objectives. How to apply If you're interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who may be suitable, please contact Leah Overend or Mel Machinon or apply today. (We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation-please get in touch to refer.) Equal Employment Opportunity Recruiting decisions are based on experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Overview Commissioning Lead- Children's CHC Specialist - Initial 3-6 month interim contract. Midlands - Hybrid working. £400 per day (umbrella), DOE - scope for negotiation. ASAP. Interviews will be held within the week, so please get in touch to apply ASAP. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Children's Continuing Healthcare (CHC) specialist to join a forward thinking Local Authority as an interim Commissioning Lead Officer leading on all integrated commissioning conversations with head for Children's Continuing Health Care. You will bring expert knowledge of the Children's CHC National Framework and significant experience managing complex assessments, contested cases and high cost packages. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the interface of health, education and social care and is confident influencing ICB decision making while protecting the Local Authority's position. Responsibilities Lead commissioning activity across a defined portfolio, ensuring services align with local and national strategic priorities. Act as the Local Authority's specialist in Children's & Young People's CHC, completing and reviewing CHC assessments, DSTs and eligibility evidence. Challenge and negotiate ICB decisions where appropriate, ensuring robust application of the Children's CHC National Framework. Use qualitative and quantitative data (including JSNA) to analyse need and shape service planning. Produce high quality commissioning strategies, specifications and reports for senior leaders and boards. Work collaboratively with partners, providers and stakeholders to co produce solutions and develop outcome focused service models. Provide critical challenge to operational teams and support continuous improvement. Offer day to day oversight and support to Commissioning Officers to ensure delivery of key projects. Required experience Extensive experience independently completing end to end Children's CHC assessments, referrals, DSTs and contested cases. Strong background working within or alongside Children's Social Care and confidently operating in a statutory Local Authority environment. Expert knowledge of the Children's CHC National Framework, with the ability to evidence eligibility and challenge health decisions. Exceptional evidence gathering and report writing skills, producing documentation that withstands legal, panel and audit scrutiny. Experience delivering commissioning, service reviews or project management within health or social care settings. Assertive, outcome focused practitioner able to manage complex, urgent or high cost cases with minimal supervision. Ability to build relationships across partners, influence confidently and drive forward strategic objectives. How to apply If you're interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who may be suitable, please contact Leah Overend or Mel Machinon or apply today. (We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation-please get in touch to refer.) Equal Employment Opportunity Recruiting decisions are based on experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.