Commissioning Manager - Older People, Ageing Well & Dementia

TN United Kingdom; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading council as a Commissioning Manager for Older People, Ageing Well & Dementia. This permanent role focuses on commissioning services to promote independence for those over 50. Collaborate with various stakeholders to develop effective strategies and innovative solutions for high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of legislation governing social care.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for commissioning services for people over 50+.
• Implementing commissioning strategies and leading workshops.
• Creating innovative approaches to high-quality services.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Knowledge of legislation

Commissioning

Job description

Commissioning Manager - Older People, Ageing Well & Dementia, Bury

Client: Bury Council

Location: Bury, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 7eb1873bbc23

Job Views: 3

Posted: 17.05.2025

Expiry Date: 01.07.2025

Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Commissioning Team as a Commissioning Manager for Older People, Ageing Well & Dementia.

This permanent role involves:

1. Being responsible for commissioning services from a range of Care Providers to support people over 50+ to live well and promote independence.
2. Contributing to and implementing commissioning strategies that deliver change, including leading workshops with social workers, providers, and residents to understand the needs of older people and those living with dementia.
3. Leading the creation of innovative approaches to high-quality, affordable, and outcomes-focused services.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Thorough knowledge of legislation governing social care and relevant health and social care strategies.
• Good knowledge of commissioning and strategy.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to ensure outcomes are achieved through joint working.
• Experience working with people at different organizational levels and handling complex information.
• Access to staff development opportunities such as coaching and apprenticeships.

About Bury

The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure under the Disclosure and Barring Service.

As a Corporate Parent, ensure that your work considers care-experienced young people, promotes their life chances, empowers them to influence policies and decisions, champions their rights, and ensures they grow up in the best possible way.

Benefits of working for Bury Council

Visit A good employer | greater jobs to learn more about the benefits. We support flexible working where appropriate, and are committed to equality, guaranteeing interviews for disabled people, care leavers, armed forces personnel, and carers who meet the criteria.

Next steps

To arrange an informal chat about the role, contact Deborah Yates at [emailprotected]. Interviews will be scheduled with shortlisted candidates.