Assistant Director: Commissioning

Bracknell Forest Council is committed to delivering high-quality care and support services to our community. As the Assistant Director of Commissioning, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our service provision for all residents who need it.  This is a key role, with a critical part to play in delivering successful outcomes in a sustainable way across adults, children’s, education and community services within Bracknell Forest. You will work collaboratively to develop practical responses to key strategic challenges, promoting innovation alongside the efficient and effective delivery of service provision.As our Assistant Director of Commissioning, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop practical responses to key strategic challenges. Your work will demonstrate ambition, collaboration and ensure value for money.  You will have proven experience in the commissioning of health and care services and an in-depth knowledge of statutory responsibilities, particularly in information governance and the ability to analyse and develop solutions to complex challenges.  You should also have strong leadership and project management skills and be able to demonstrate where you have transformed services.   We champion equality, diversity and inclusion here at Bracknell Forest and we know creating innovation for our diverse communities starts from having diverse people at the decision-making table. We need someone who embodies this value in attitude, work style and lived experience. We therefore welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age.If you are passionate about making a difference in all age health and social care services and would like to find out more about this challenging and rewarding position, please contact our Resourcing specialists at Penna for a confidential conversation. Rachael Morris on 07840 711217Ali Tasker on 07514 728114Amin Aziz on 07709 514 141Closing Date: midnight Thursday 4 AprilTechnical interviews:  11 April 2024