Interim Commissioning Service Manager

Sanctuary Personnel; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care service provider in Salisbury is seeking an Interim Commissioning Service Manager. This full-time role focuses on operational and strategic service improvements in the adult social care sector. Candidates should have extensive experience in adults commissioning, strong budget management skills, and a relevant degree. This position offers £550 per day on an ongoing contract.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject or extensive experience in evidenced-based commissioning.
• Significant experience in adults commissioning.
• Expert knowledge of Adults commissioning legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commissioning service strategies.
• Manage relationships with NHS partners and voluntary sector.
• Oversee quality assurance and contract management.
• Use data for demand forecasting and sustainability.
• Handle operational aspects including performance management.
• Manage budget and achieve cost efficiencies.

Skills

Experience in adults commissioning

Knowledge of commissioning legislation

Budget management skills

Experience in strategic delivery

Data-driven decision making

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Level 7 qualification in leadership and management

Job description

Overview

Interim Commissioning Service Manager within Adults Commissioning in Salisbury, UK, earning £550 per day on an ongoing contract. A full-time leadership role with the option to focus on operational, strategic, or commercial remit. This position aims to drive innovation and service improvement while managing complex challenges in Salisbury's adult social care services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for commissioning services that effectively meet the needs of adults requiring statutory services, prevention, and early help.
• Manage key relationships with local NHS partners, the voluntary sector, and user-led organisations to deliver a cohesive service.
• Oversee quality assurance and contract management to ensure high standards across all commissioned services.
• Use data-driven insights for demand forecasting, market development, and sustainability.
• Handle the operational aspects of commissioning, including performance management and risk assessment.
• Provide oversight on budget management, actively seeking innovative solutions to achieve cost efficiencies.
• Support the development and implementation of preventative services that help individuals maintain independence.
• Ensure safeguarding of individuals and the provision of individualized care in coordination with health and social care services.

Requirements

• A degree in a relevant subject or extensive experience in evidenced-based commissioning.
• Significant experience in adults commissioning and in working alongside regulating bodies like the CQC.
• Expert knowledge of Adults commissioning legislation and a Level 7 qualification in leadership and management.
• Proficiency in managing high-stakes situations and delivering at a strategic level in politically diverse settings.
• Experience in driving partnership working across health, social care, and voluntary sectors.
• Strong budget management skills with a track record of innovatively achieving savings and improvements.