Social Work Commissioning Manager

Sanctuary Personnel; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency is seeking a Commissioning Manager in Rochdale to lead transformative changes in Adult Social Care. This full-time position offers an hourly rate of £32.18 and focuses on high-quality service delivery and innovative strategy development. Candidates must have public sector experience, strong negotiation skills, and a commitment to quality and compliance with legislation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working within a large public sector organisation.
• Involvement in multi-agency work with a capacity for influencing processes.
• Understanding of Adult Social Care government policies and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning of adult social care services.
• Develop and implement innovative commissioning strategies.
• Engage in multi-agency work to improve services.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Budget management

Prioritizing workloads

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Commissioning Manager - Adult Social Care Specialist - Rochdale Council, Rochdale, earning £32.18 per hour, in a Full-time role, with an Ongoing contract. This is an exciting opportunity to become a critical part of a team that makes a difference in the Adult Social Care sector. As a Commissioning Manager, you will lead transformative changes and develop strategic improvements to support the achievement of the Better Care Fund delivery, alongside the preparation for the CQC assurance process.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning of a portfolio of adult social care services, ensuring they remain high quality and outcomes-focused.
• Develop and implement innovative commissioning strategies in alignment with market position statements and future intentions.
• Facilitate and drive transformational change programmes within adult social services.
• Monitor and promote service quality, ensuring adherence to the Better Care Fund\'s objectives and preparation for CQC assurance processes.
• Engage in multi-agency work, using negotiation and interpersonal skills to influence outcomes and improve services.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring projects remain cost-effective and sustainable.
• Ensure all practices are compliant with government policies, strategies, and legislation related to Adult Social Care.

Requirements

• Proven experience working within a large public sector organisation.
• Involvement in multi-agency work with a capacity for influencing processes.
• Experience in performance and budget management.
• Proficient negotiation and communication skills at all levels.
• Understanding of Adult Social Care government policies and legislation.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines.
• Competence in IT, especially in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• A commitment to understanding and promoting equal opportunities issues.

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