Join us as an Adults Commissioner.

Working predominantly from home, we are seeking a passionate and motivated individual who can support the People Directorate to achieve the best outcomes and value for money. You will deliver a broad range of activities across all stages of the commissioning cycle and take on varied, complex tasks, working both independently and collaboratively as part of the team.

We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and working from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
 
Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying. Search ‘secondment policy’ on the intranet for more information.

Reporting to both the Strategic Commissioning Manager and the Senior Commissioners within the team you will:

• manage a portfolio of projects to deliver to the project plan, facilitating project groups to ensure accountability and the completion of timely objectives
• have responsibility for significant high value projects and commissioning strategies, overseeing change management and contract management
• ensure a portfolio of contracts deliver according to specification, responding proactively to provider under-performance
• draft decision and review papers that include clear options appraisals and recommendations which demonstrate your analytical and critical thinking
• form strong relationships and working partnerships to assist in the strategic development of service and deliver value for money solutions

For the full job description, including the key areas of responsibilities and accountabilities, please click the 'apply now' button. 

Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

• Degree level qualification, or significant equivalent experience and training 
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Up to date knowledge of issues and legislation relating to adults within Health and Social Care and knowledge of Government agenda for Adult services
• Understanding of relevant legislation, statutory guidance and national policies 
• Understanding and application of commissioning methodologies
• Experience of working as a commissioner in either adults, children’s or health services or comparable role
• Evidence of high-level oral, written and presentation skills to enable the post-holder to communicate effectively with a range of staff, managers and other stakeholders at all levels. 
• Proven ability to analyse data and present in a meaningful way to inform decision making

We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.