Commissioner - Adults

Bracknell Forest Council; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dedicated Adults Commissioner on a full-time, permanent basis. The role involves managing strategic commissioning projects and ensuring contract compliance. Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills. Flexible working options including remote work are available. Apply quickly as applications will be reviewed regularly.

Qualifications

• Must be a skilled and influential communicator.
• Experience in delivering activities across the commissioning cycle.
• Ability to manage high-value projects and commissioning strategies.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of projects to deliver specified outcomes.
• Oversee change management and contract management.
• Form strong working relationships to assist service development.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an Adults Commissioner on a full time, permanent basis. The post plays a vital role in Adults Strategic Commissioning and sits within a well established and respected team. At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed, where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. 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.

About you

Working predominantly from home, we are looking for a passionate individual who will:

• Support the People Directorate to achieve best outcomes and value for money.
• Deliver a range of activities across all aspects of the commissioning cycle.
• Perform varied and complex tasks, working independently and as part of a team.
• You will be a skilled and influential communicator with effective problem-solving and project management skills. A life-long learner, with a passion for achieving the best outcomes, your work instils confidence, trust and credibility.

About the team

Working in a supportive and well-established team, you will work with colleagues at all levels. You will be part of a team to critically assess current provision, design future service, mobilise solutions and manage change within social care. The team is of significant strategic and commercial importance.

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Strategic Commissioning Manager 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.

Interview details

Interview date: 25th November 2025. Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

Application notes

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.

Please note AI is prohibited during the interview; any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.

Want to ask us a question? For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:

Ben Sladden – Strategic Commissioning Manager - [e-mail]

Additional information

Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.

We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.

Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.

No agencies please.