Commissioning Support Officer (Children’s Services) - 37 Hours

TN United Kingdom; Torquay; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a forward-thinking local council, where you can make a significant impact as a Commissioning Support Officer. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality services for children and families, requiring strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. With flexible working arrangements and a focus on wellbeing, you'll be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence. The council offers excellent development opportunities and values its employees, ensuring a fulfilling career path. Don't miss your chance to contribute to meaningful outcomes in the public sector!

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Local Government Pension Scheme

Focus on wellbeing

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with remote meeting technology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Children’s Services commissioning team to deliver high-quality services.
• Be a key member of the Commercial Services Team.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to interpret complex information/data

Organising and recording meetings

Education

Educated to ‘A’ level or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Microsoft Teams

Zoom

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Client:

Torbay Council

Location:

Torquay, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description & Person Specification

There has never been a better time to join our team at Torbay Council. We have a real momentum building and a shared sense of purpose and ambition.

An opportunity has arisen within the Commercial Services Team for a Commissioning Support Officer (Children’s Services). This role involves supporting the Children’s Services commissioning team to deliver high-quality services for children, young people, and families.

We seek someone with the skills, knowledge, and experience to achieve excellent outcomes in the public sector. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, be adaptable, and excel in a fast-paced environment. Experience with remote meeting technology like Microsoft Teams and Zoom is preferred.

You will have access to excellent development opportunities and be a key member of the Commercial Services Team.

Torbay offers a high quality of life, flexible working arrangements, a focus on wellbeing, and the Local Government Pension Scheme.

For the full job description, visit: https://www.torbay.gov.uk/council/jobs/job-descriptions/commissioning-support-officer-children-s-services/

For an informal chat, contact Tracey Field at 07747 648454 or [emailprotected]. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 2nd June 2025. Apply early as the advert may close before the deadline.

Skills

• Interpersonal and communication skills, effective with diverse audiences.
• Ability to interpret complex information/data.
• Organising and recording meetings.

Knowledge

• Experience dealing with the public and agencies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience with spreadsheets and databases.
• Research, data analysis, and interpretation skills.
• Understanding of complex statistical data.
• Educated to ‘A’ level or equivalent.