Social Work Commissioning Manager - Rochdale - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A social care recruitment agency is seeking a Commissioning Manager in Rochdale. This role involves leading adult social care services commissioning, developing strategic improvements, and ensuring service quality aligns with government standards. Ideal candidates should have public sector experience, proficiency in budget management, and strong negotiation skills. Competitive hourly rate and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Generous holiday allowance

Experience within a rewarding role

Qualifications

• Experience in leading commissioning of adult social care services.
• Understanding of CQC assurance and Better Care Fund objectives.
• Ability to manage budgets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and quality assurance of adult social care services.
• Develop innovative commissioning strategies.
• Drive transformational change within adult social services.

Skills

Proven experience working within a large public sector organisation

Involvement in multi-agency work

Performance and budget management

Proficient negotiation and communication skills

Understanding of Adult Social Care government policies

Ability to prioritise workloads

Competence in IT (Microsoft Word and Excel)

Commitment to equal opportunities

Job description

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.

Perks and benefits

• Flexible working hours – Enjoy a fabulous work-life balance that suits your lifestyle and commitments.
• Opportunity for professional development – Take advantage of exceptional training programmes to enhance your skills and career progression.
• Collaborative work environment – Be part of a supportive and dynamic team that values creativity and innovation.
• Generous holiday allowance – Recharge your batteries with ample holiday days each year.
• Experience within a rewarding role – Play a substantial part in reshaping services to improve lives within the community.

What you will do

• 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 your 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.

Rochdale offers a lively community with a robust social life and great connections to the vibrant city of Manchester. With its rich history and welcoming atmosphere, you will find Rochdale a superb place to live and work. Become part of a team that truly makes a difference while enjoying the benefits of a thriving career in a picturesque setting.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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