Commissioning Project Manager

Venn Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Commissioning Project Manager for a 3-month hybrid role in London. This key position involves leading commissioning transformation work aligned with the Safety Valve Programme, with responsibilities for enhancing service delivery for children and young people with SEND. Candidates should have proven experience in a Local Authority commissioning role, particularly within Children’s Services.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commissioning within Local Authorities, especially in Children’s Services or SEND.
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes for education placements, therapies, and transition services.
• Ability to lead complex projects with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning projects for sustainable services for children and young people with SEND.
• Drive service delivery improvements through planning and stakeholder engagement.
• Support implementation of frameworks that enhance quality and cost control.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Planning

Decision Making

Job description

Specialists in professional temporary recruitment

Interim Commissioning Project Manager - SEND

Based in London, hybrid working

Length: 3 months initially

IR35 status: Outside

We are currently recruiting for an Interim Commissioning Project Manager, who will play a key role in leading on commissioning transformation work aligned to the Safety Valve Programme.

Key Responsibilities of the Interim Commissioning Project Manager:

• Leading commissioning projects that support the development of sustainable, needs-led services for children and young people pre and post-16 with SEND
• Driving improvements in service delivery through strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and evidence-based decision-making
• Supporting the implementation of frameworks and agreements that enhance quality, consistency, and cost control across commissioned services

Skills, experience and knowledge required of the Interim Commissioning Project Manager:

• Proven experience in a commissioning role within a Local Authority, particularly in Children’s Services or SEND
• Strong understanding of commissioning processes for education placements, therapies, and transition services
• Demonstrable ability to lead complex projects, manage multiple stakeholders, and deliver measurable outcomes
• Experience in developing and managing contractual frameworks, including provider agreements and performance monitoring tools