Senior Commissioning Officer - Children's Services

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