Contracts Manager (3 posts)

Derbyshire County Council; Matlock; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 27 days

Flexible working

LGPS

Incremental pay progression

Discounts at leisure centres

Cycle to Work

Wellbeing sessions

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council in Matlock is seeking three Contract Manager (Fixed Term) posts to oversee contracted adult care services across the PVI sector. The roles focus on monitoring quality, compliance and performance against contractual and regulatory requirements, with hybrid working arrangements across county settings.

The successful applicants will provide professional contract management guidance, assess risk, support market shaping activities under the Care Act and collaborate with

Job description

Contract Manager (Fixed Term) x 3 - Adult Care Contracts and Commissioning Division

We are pleased to invite applications for three fixed-term positions (until 31/03/2028) within the Adult Care Contracts and Commissioning Division.

These roles will contribute to the effective contract management of care home services delivered by the Private, Voluntary, and Independent (PVI) care sector across Derbyshire.

Role Overview

As a member of the Contracts and Commissioning team, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of contracted care providers, ensuring commissioned services are delivered in line with:

• Council contractual requirements
• Relevant legislation and statutory obligations
• Published professional guidance
• Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations

A key function of the team is to support and manage the PVI care market, ensuring services continue to meet the changing needs of Derbyshire residents. Through robust contract monitoring, we identify areas of quality concern and contractual non-compliance, working collaboratively with providers and key stakeholders to implement effective and timely improvements.

The successful post holders will provide professional advice and guidance on all aspects of contract management and will also contribute to market‑shaping activities that support the Council's responsibilities under the Care Act. These roles require excellent communication and analytical skills, sound contract and risk management experience, and the ability to build and maintain positive professional relationships with a wide range of internal and external partners.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the strategic development of adult social care services and play a key role in ensuring commissioned services are safe, high quality, person‑centred, and provide value for public money.

The posts are based at County Hall, Matlock, in the heart of the Derbyshire Dales, and will involve regular travel to provider settings across the county. We operate a hybrid working model, combining office‑based, home‑based, and community‑based working.

In addition, Derbyshire County Council offers:

• 27 days annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years' service
• Flexible working scheme, allowing up to two additional days off per month
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme
• Guaranteed annual incremental pay progression
• Discounts at selected county leisure centres
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free online health and wellbeing sessions

Application Information

Applicants should carefully review the supporting documentation and ensure their application clearly demonstrates how they meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person profile.

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 28/09/2026

Secondments are welcomed, subject to prior agreement from your line manager.

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.

Important

Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values - being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.