Commissioning Project Manager x3 Slough, Berkshire, South East England, England
Job description
Commissioning Project Manager x3
Job Reference: PA04-1781
Salary: £42,503 to £47,573 per annum (pro rata). A Local Weighting Allowance of £1002 is also payable
Post Level: 8
Hours of work: Full time 37 Hours per week
Location: Observatory House
Closing date: 15 March 2023
An Enhanced DBS is required for these roles.
An exciting time to join!
We have exciting opportunities for experienced Commissioning Project Managers to join our team!
What you’ll be doing:
You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the People Strategy and Commissioning, Public Health and Adult Social Care operations and Procurement teams to support the commissioning of services and the delivery of the Adult Social Care Transformation Programme.
Slough Borough Council has faced unprecedented challenges in recent times but has now developed a recovery and improvement plan which along with the commitment and hard work of officers and members is beginning to make a positive impact. It will be challenging but you will have an almost unique opportunity to be part of a team that will help re-build the Council.
Your main accountabilities will be:
· To develop and deliver commissioning strategies and plans which reflect national and local policies and priorities.
· To drive all phases of the commissioning cycle, creatively drawing on a wide range of resources and assets across the partnership, organisation and community.
· To develop appropriate and effective performance management systems for commissioned services.
· To manage the commissioning process from service redesign through to delivery, development or decommissioning of a service.
What you’ll have:
You will need to have a good understanding Adult Social Care and Health Services, experience in Social Care Services, Supported Housing, Mental Health, Public Health, SEND, or Care Service Management, with a proven track of successful commissioning of services within an organisation of comparable size and complexity.
If you are well organised, can work under pressure, and have the ability to maximise resources and improve service access, design and outcomes, through effective commissioning and development of internal and external providers to meet targets, then please get in touch.
Our offer to you:
Our excellent benefits package includes:
· Generous Pension
· 25 days’ holiday (pro rata) in addition to bank holidays, rising to a maximum of 32 days, after 5 years’ service
· A variety of retail and leisure discount schemes
· 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Health Promotion days
· A wide range of learning and development opportunities
Slough boasts an inclusive culture, being the most ethnically diverse area outside London.
We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. You will have the opportunity to leave a legacy both within the company and community. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever, and you'll join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive.
Interested?
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sally Kitson and Vicky Tutty, Group Managers on 07770736441.
How to Apply
To apply for these roles please ensure you have read the full Job Description and Person Specification.
To apply for the role, you will need to have an up to date CV which you can upload here: https://www.slough.gov.uk/xfp/form/340
The closing date for applications is 15 March 2023.
Interviews will be held week commencing 27 March 2023.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Candidates as they are currently under-represented in leadership positions.
We value diversity.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £42,503.00-£47,573.00 per year
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: PA04-1781
