Commissioning Manager

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Commissioning Manager for Housing and Supported Accommodation to lead strategic commissioning for adults needing care. You will build a strong, adaptable pipeline and work with partners to secure suitable homes.

You will engage with people who draw on care, developers, providers and cross-council teams to ensure strong standards, co-production, and improved outcomes for residents.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Solid understanding of adult social care, housing legislation and commissioning principles.
• Experience creating supported accommodation and assessing its impact.
• Strong budgeting and financial analysis skills.
• Experience with procurement, contract management and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic commissioning of supported accommodation for adults who require care and support.
• Develop relationships and commissioning strategies to strengthen the pipeline.
• Manage staff, contracts and partnerships to uphold high standards.
• Conduct joint strategic needs assessments and market engagement.
• Champion co-production and ensure resident voices influence decisions.
• Monitor performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Communication

Decision making

Leadership

Collaboration

Resilience

Education

Degree-level qualification

Job description

Salary

£52,413 - £57,839 per annum

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Full Time

Hours per week

37

Work Base

County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP

Working Arrangements

Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

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Competency Framework

Tier 5

Number of posts

1

Interview date

17 September 2026

Closing Date

06 September 2026 23:55

Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to serving our community with compassion and commitment. We believe in empowering individuals to live independently and thrive in their own homes. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults who require care and support.

Are you ready to lead the way in shaping happy homes for adults who require care and support? As the Commissioning Manager for Housing and Supported Accommodation, you will drive strategic commissioning and creative development of a strong pipeline of supported accommodation that meets the needs of people now and in the future. This will include working in partnership with people who draw on care and support, external developers, care providers, strategic partners and cross-council teams. Enabling homes that can be adapted to people's needs, establishing communities through housing and supporting access to general needs housing are all key elements in ensuring that everybody has a home in a place they love and is able to do the things they want with people that matter to them. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact!

In This Pivotal Role, You Will

• Lead the strategic commissioning of supported accommodation for adults who require care and support.
• Develop the relationships and commissioning strategies to strengthen our pipeline.
• Manage staff, contracts, and partnerships to uphold strong standards.
• Conduct joint strategic needs assessments and regular market engagement.
• Champion co-production and ensure decisions are shaped by the voices of people who draw on care and support.
• Monitor performance and create opportunities to drive improvements.

To Thrive In This Role, You Should Possess

• A degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field.
• A solid understanding of adult social care and housing legislation and commissioning and procurement principles.
• Demonstrable experience of creating supported accommodation and its impact.
• Strong budgeting and financial analysis skills.
• Proven experience of procurement, contract management, and quality assurance.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Communicates clearly and effectively with diverse audiences.
• Analyses complex information to inform decision-making.
• Inspires and motivates teams to achieve high performance.
• Collaborates effectively with partners and stakeholders.
• Demonstrates resilience and a commitment to improving outcomes for residents.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer

• A place to belong: A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Work-life balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your well-being.
• Professional growth: Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.
• Community connection: Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to making a difference.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Anna Oliver on 0115 977 2535 or by email [e-mail].

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.