Commissioning Manager - Adult Social Care (Bed Based Care & Community Services)

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The London borough of Sutton is expanding it’s Commissioning Service . The team sits at the corporate centre and reaches across the whole organisation. Commissioning within Sutton is not solely about planning, procuring and managing external service provision. Done well, we believe we will achieve the following: Provide a different perspective, challenge service and needs assumptions and explore issues. Find ways to unlock and mobilise assets and resources in delivering public services. Lead collaboration with partners, including service providers, other public bodies, charities, businesses and citizens. Move ideas to action: Pilot and then scale innovative service delivery models. Create a learning culture where ideas are tested and learning is used to inform future development. Engage and empower service users in design decisions and delivery. Within Sutton’s Commissioning Service there is a very stable and high performing team, responsible for leading on a multitude of high profile projects that reach across the borough and London working collaboratively with providers and other local authorities to ensure that the best outcomes for our residents are achieved. If you want to be part of this innovative, ambitious and dynamic service, then take a look at our candidate briefing pack full of information on the Commissioning Service and some of the recent successes of the team Candidate briefing pack About the Role Commissioning Manager - Adult Social Care (Bed Based Care & Community Services) Salary – (Grade 9): £40,869 - £48,819 (£50,826 unconsolidated maximum through performance related progression) 3 Permanent & 1 fixed term contract (1 year) Full time - 36 hours per week About Us Commissioning managers in Sutton’s Community Services and Bed Based Care specialise in Adult Social Care and influence how the council’s priority to support the most vulnerable residents to Live Well independently is delivered. At the forefront of any Government adult social care reforms there will be many opportunities to shape what services and support look like in the future, including innovative equipment and technology projects, developing a Sutton accommodation & support strategy and working closely with health partners. About You The Commissioning Managers have oversight of the commissioning environment to deliver our ambitious plans for Sutton. You will be able to build relationships and lead on collaboration with partners, residents, charities and health providers. You will need to handle and interpret sensitive data, manage poor performance and ensure the best service for vulnerable service users. For more information on the role, the Commissioning Service and Sutton Council we will be having an open day on 29/06/2021 where you can speak directly to The Commissioning Leads for Bed Based Care and Community Services. To book in please contact matthew.longbothamkingston.gov.uk in HR. Our Offer To You As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We’re constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team. A modern and flexible working environment for our staff allowing you to work flexibly from multiple locations, remotely from your mobile/tablet using Google Mail and Apps which are a key enabler for collaborative and streamlined working. Other flexible working options include time off in lieu (TOIL) and working from home. We can also offer a 9 day fortnight flexible working pattern equivalent to an extra 26 days off a year. Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include: Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply) Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only) Comprehensive learning and development programme Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities Interest free season ticket loans Local Government Pension Scheme Car parking scheme Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme Zip car scheme Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses Confidential wellbeing and counselling support Subsidised gym membership Application Process Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application. To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile. The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Additional Information We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve. We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, and inclusive staff networks who help drive our diversity agenda.