Commissioning Quality and Contracts Officer

City of Wolverhampton Council; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Regular supervision

Training

Progression opportunities

Job summary

City of Wolverhampton Council invites applications for the Commissioning Quality and Contracts Officer - Adults. This full-time, permanent role is based in Wolverhampton with hybrid working and at least one day per week in the Civic Centre.

You will bring experience in commissioning or related areas, knowledge of Adult social care services and knowledge of CQC processes, to drive quality and contract delivery and contribute to person-centred outcomes.

Qualifications

• Evidence knowledge and experience of Adult social care services.
• Knowledge of CQC processes.
• Experience in commissioning or related areas.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Adult social care

Commissioning

Co-production

Job description

Commissioning Quality and Contracts Officer - Adults

Salary - £37,563 - £42,123 (Grade 6)

Hours - 37

Contract type - Full time, Permanent

Work Style - Hybrid - Minimum one day per week office based at Civic Centre, St Peters Square.

Are you looking for a role that would make a difference?

City of Wolverhampton are on an exciting journey to put commissioning at the heart of delivering excellent support for adults in City of Wolverhampton.

We are seeking innovative thinkers, with a strong track record in commissioning or associated areas, who are passionate about developing person centred delivery. We will offer you the opportunity of joining the forward thinking, innovative Families theme which is delivering good outcomes through outstanding leadership and management.

To help us realise our ambitions for the future we are looking to recruit a Quality and Contracts Officer in the Adult Commissioning Team. You must evidence in your application knowledge and experience of Adult social care services together with knowledge of CQC processes.

You will be:

• Enthusiastic about improving the lives of local residents
• Experienced in Quality Assurance
• Keen to work in a fast-paced environment
• Looking to enhance your skills
• Wanting to make a positive impact
• A passion for co-production

What jobs are on offer?

• Quality and Contracts Officer x 1(Adults)

In return for your skills and commitment we offer:

• Hybrid working
• Regular support and supervision
• Training
• Opportunities for progression
• The chance be in at the beginning of a new era of Local Authority social care commissioning for and within the City of Wolverhampton

This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

For full details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Clare Hattersley, Adults Commissioning Service Manager, at [e-mail], [e-mail] or [e-mail].

Our working arrangements

All council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field or flexible work style. Some roles are agile which enable and empower employees to maximise their performance and productivity, whilst maintaining a healthy work life balance. Roles with a fixed workstyle work in a fixed permanent council location. Roles with a field workstyle are usually allocated where employees are required to be out working in the community with a minimum requirement for 'touch down' space at any council location. Roles with a flexible workstyle have a flexible base location to meet the needs of the business and employees can work from a mixture of home or any council office, partner/client, or external location, as required to meet service requirements.

Please refer to the Job Description for further information on the workstyle assigned to the role you are applying for.

Diversity

We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion, and equality. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible, inclusive, and reflective of Wolverhampton residents.

Our status as a Disability Confident Employer showcases our commitment to people with disabilities or health conditions, advocating for their opportunities and potential.

We've received the Stonewall Gold Award, emphasising our dedication to the LGBT+ community by nurturing an inspiring, inclusive, and equal workplace.

As of March 2023, the RACE Code Quality Mark signifies ouractiveengagement with racial equality. These recognitions validate our continuous efforts towards fostering an inclusive work environment that respects and values our diverse employees.

As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the essential criteria for the post.

We encourage, inspire and value an inclusive culture here at the council where employees can flourish, thrive and be themselves. We have four staff equality forums for employees to join. These help to ensure our employees have a voice, they feel empowered to speak up and where everyone is treated with respect. Learn more about the staff equality forums.

Recruitment of Ex-Offenders

We are committed to the fair treatment of all our employees, potential employees, or users of our service regardless of offending background. The Council uses the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for any vacancies that require a DBS check to obtain information about applicants to assess their suitability for employment in positions of trust. We do not discriminate unfairly against any individual on the basis of a conviction or any other information revealed as a result of a DBS disclosure.

Attached documents

Job Description and Person Specification