Commissioning Portfolio Lead - Learning Disabilities and Autism Team

Cheshire West and Chester Council; Winsford; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Winsford is looking for a commissioning specialist to enhance adult social care services. Responsibilities include developing commissioning projects for mental health support, ensuring effective service delivery, and engaging stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have experience in social care commissioning, strong analytical skills, and a degree or equivalent qualification. The role offers a competitive salary, numerous benefits, and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Access to employee assistance programs

Gym membership discounts

Cycle Scheme

Car lease scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in commissioning within a Social Care or Health environment.
• Ability to analyse data and inform decision-making.
• Experience working within a political environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commissioning projects for mental health challenges.
• Monitor and evaluate commissioned services for effectiveness.
• Engage stakeholders and build strong relationships.

Skills

Commissioning experience

Data analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of public sector challenges

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Here at Cheshire West and Chester Council, we are committed to providing excellent services to our residents and strive to enable people to live healthy, happy and independent lives, in the place they call home and with the people they love. We are one team, putting what matters to people first and are investing in a number of roles, across our service areas to grow our dynamic, solution focused team. If you want to be a part of our welcoming, values driven service and are passionate about being part of a team that can make a real difference for local people, please take a look at the roles we have available.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can Thrive – through our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money and Empowerment.

About the Role:

The postholder will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of adult social care in Cheshire West and Chester where you will be responsible for:

• Outcomes-based Commissioning – developing and implementing commissioning projects from inception to mobilisation that addresses the needs of young people and adults with mental health challenges, a learning disability or autism. There will be a focus on prevention, early intervention, and community-led support, as well as sourcing support and accommodation for those with more complex presentations.
• Market Shaping – working with a diverse range of providers to develop sustainable and high-quality care and support that delivers person‑centred services.
• Performance Management – monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of commissioned services, ensuring value for money and continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Engagement – building strong and lasting relationships with service users, carers, providers, and other key stakeholders.
• Data Analysis – utilising data and intelligence to inform commissioning decisions and identify areas for improvement.

About You:

• You will have a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the public sector, in particular those with a learning disability or complex needs.
• You will possess significant experience in commissioning within a Social Care or Health environment.
• You will have excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• You will be able to analyse data and use it to inform effective decision-making.
• You will be committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• You will have a degree level or equivalent qualification or relevant professional experience commensurate with this role within Social Care, Health, or related field.
• You will have experience of working within a political environment.
• You will have a flexible and personal resilience approach and the ability to confidently manage competing priorities.
• You must hold a valid driving license.

The benefits of working for the Council go well beyond making a difference to people’s lives, as well as working within a supportive environment with people who share your values you will have access to a huge range of benefits including discounts on:

• High street and supermarket shopping
• Gym membership
• Holidays
• Days out
• Cinemas
• Childcare vouchers
• Cash back scheme on any medical treatment that you may require via Medicash
• Car lease scheme (Brand new fully maintained and insured car for years in return for a fixed monthly payment via salary sacrifice)
• Cycle Scheme (Save up to £ on the cost of a brand‑new bike and equipment)

We also offer:

• Competitive salary
• A generous holiday allowance starting at days pro rata (plus bank holidays) increasing with length of service to days and the ability to purchase additional leave.
• An excellent career average pension scheme with employer contributions of (Employer contributions elsewhere are typically %)
• The opportunity to develop your skills and career
• Rewards and Recognition for going above and beyond such as additional annual leave and shopping vouchers
• Supportive team and culture
• Opportunity to purchase up to days additional annual leave
• An Employee Assistance Programme, which offers free / confidential assistance, practical information, and emotional support.

Our values are important to all of us, we live and breathe them, and they shape how we work together to create positive environments where both colleagues and people who use our services can be inspired to reach their potential. If you share our values and commitment, then you’re our kind of person.

Come and join us to work in an authority that has an excellent reputation, great working culture and is an inclusive and dynamic place to work. We consider our workforce to be of high value, placing wellbeing at the forefront. This is a flexible, agile post which means working in one of our Council offices in locations across the borough as well as the opportunity to work from home.

Full Job description and Person specification information is attached with this advert.