Head of Integrated Commissioning and System Development
Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom
Job Information
Interim & Executive Management
City Greenwich
Province Greenwich
Postal Code SE10
Job Description
3-month contract with a Local Authority
35 hours per week
Enhanced DBS with barred with child and adult Required
Summary
- This is a 3-month contract position with a Local Authority, offering a daily umbrella pay rate of £499.99 for 35 hours per week. The role requires an Enhanced DBS with barred list for both children and adults. The main objective is to lead the development and execution of integrated commissioning and system development across health, social care, and partner organizations. The successful candidate will ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centered, and outcome-focused services through effective partnerships, transformational change programs, and strategic commissioning activities.
Responsibilities
- Lead the creation and execution of integrated commissioning strategies and frameworks.
- Provide strategic leadership across various commissioning portfolios, including Adult Social Care, Children's Services, SEND, Mental Health, Early Help, Complex Care, and Ageing Well services.
- Drive transformational change and improve services across health and care systems.
- Lead the design and development of innovative, outcome-focused services.
- Ensure commissioning strategies are person-centered, strengths-based, and developed in collaboration with stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Significant senior-level experience in commissioning, health, social care, local government, or NHS settings.
- Extensive experience in leading complex commissioning programs and transformational change initiatives.
- Proven track record in developing and implementing commissioning strategies and service redesign programs.
- Postgraduate diploma in a relevant field or equivalent professional qualification and experience.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development.
- Extensive knowledge of health and social care policy, legislation, and commissioning practices.
Additional Information
- Working hours: 35 hours per week.
- Hybrid working model: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home once fully established in the role.
- Enhanced DBS with barred list for children and adults is required.