Contracts Manager Slough, Berkshire, South East England, England
Job description
Job Reference: PA04-1782
Salary: £48,587 to £53,683 per annum (pro rata). A Local Weighting Allowance of £1002 is also payable
Post Level: 9
Hours of work: Full time, 37 Hours per week
Location: Observatory House
Closing date: 15 March 2023
An exciting time to join!
We have exciting opportunities for an experienced contract manager to lead on a programme of contract management for the People Directorate, including contracts for health, the voluntary and community sector, public health and social care.
What you’ll be doing:
You will work with the Associate Director for People Strategy and Commissioning in managing the contract for the Council’s wholly owned company for children’s social care.
As a Manager within the People Strategy and Commissioning Team, you will play a key role in the delivery of our ambitious Adult Social Care Transformation Programme and contribute to management decisions across the broader team.
What you’ll have:
You will have a strong track record in managing the performance of contracted providers and ensuring the delivering of effective and efficient services, as well as possess excellent negotiation skills.
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: £48,587.00-£53,683.00 per year
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: PA04-1782
