Specialist Commissioning Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Specialist Commissioning Manager to join the team to support a dedicated review team for complex clients with learning disability. The post holder will work closely with social workers to provide commissioning support to a programme of targeted reviews for high cost clients. The reviews will aim to maximise the potential for independence for the individual and ensure value for money for the public purse.The post will be managed by the Service Director for Integrated Commissioning and will work closely with both the review team in Adult Social Care and the All Age Disability Team in Integrated CommissioningSalary: £60,583- £63,690 per annum (salary will be pro rata based on hours worked)Contract: 1 year fixed term contractWorking hours: 22.5 hours per weekAbout usIn April 2020, Buckinghamshire Council became a unitary authority, ensuring that the needs of residents in Buckinghamshire are served by a single council. Buckinghamshire is an ambitious, rapidly growing county, and our economy is one of the strongest in the country. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty and ranks as one of the top rural areas to live in the UK, whilst also being very well connected – only an hour from London on the train. The county has a rich history and heritage and is the birthplace of the international Paralympic movement.The Integrated Commissioning Service commissions high quality and value for money health, social care, and prevention services to enable Buckinghamshire residents of all ages to access the right services, in the right place at the right time.We do this by:Putting people at the centre of everything we do through actively listening, engaging, and focusing on outcomesDeveloping open, honest, and collaborative relationships with providers, residents, and stakeholdersActing as a catalyst for change and integration by encouraging innovationFollowing an ethical, evidence-based, and inclusive approach which seeks to reduce inequalities and improve outcomesSupporting resilience and improvement and measuring impactInvesting in our own staff by developing and sharing knowledge and skills, and recruiting new talentAbout the roleWe are looking for motivated, ambitious, and inspiring person to join us. You will be entitled to a range of different benefits to make sure you are happy both at work and at home.Specific activities of the role will include:Ensuring providers are clear about the Council’s expectations for them to achieve specified outcomes from core support and additional hoursProviding a robust challenge process with providers in regard to cost and the use of additional hoursWorking with social workers on an holistic approach to the range of services individual clients are receiving and the cost effectiveness of thisEffective utilisation of the CareCubed costing tool to support dialogue around cost and value for money (training will be available).Working with the review team to identify the gaps in provision to meet the needs of disabled adults with complex needs in-county and working with the All Age Disability Team to develop potential solutions.Here's what other members of the Integrated Commissioning team had to say:"Working in the Commissioning team has provided me with a great opportunity to shape services locally that really make a difference to the lives of vulnerable people. It's great to see and hear service users’ stories about how they are achieving their dreams and goals of becoming more independent"“I get the chance to be involved in a range of exciting projects which achieve real results for service users and their families, whilst continually boosting my learning. The team is highly motivated and supportive which means together we are able to deal effectively with situations that are sometimes challenging”About youYou will need to demonstrate the following confidently and effectively:Experience of working in a senior commissioning role in a complex organisation with demonstrable leadership skills.Specific experience of commissioning services for clients with learning disability and / or autism or very similar services.A strong understanding of residential learning disability services, including different service models and the costs associated with running services. Previous experience of working in this or a similar sector would be an advantage.An understanding of what good quality care looks like for individuals with complex learning disability and or Autism.Excellent financial literacy, including the ability to understand financial models, organisational financial statements, and annual accounts.Experience of designing, leading, and managing change, including previous experience of delivering projects that improve outcomes for people and value for money.Able to influence others, build and manage effective relationships up to Director level across the health and social care economy. Comfortable and confident engaging in complex or challenging negotiations.Able to use professional curiosity and creativity to develop new and innovative solutions.Strong verbal, presentation, and written skills with confidence in delivering complex information to senior stakeholders in a concise mannerAbility to manage conflicting priorities and a complex work programme in a fast-paced environmentAny-Desk:As an ‘any-desk’ worker, you’ll need to be connected to our network to access digital folders and resources, but this can either be from home or an office location when required. You will be required to work from the office a couple of times a week, depending on your role and team requirements.Please see job summary attached for full details.Other informationAccess to and use of a vehicle is an essential requirement.This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictionsWe reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible.Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk.Our values and culture We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy.
By joining us, you can expect:
a fair and inclusive culture
the chance to really make a difference to those around you
health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events
We know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation.
From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments.
We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. About the Service Area Buckinghamshire Council’s Integrated Commissioning Service plays a vital role in our Adults and Health directorate. Working collaboratively with partners across a wide range of public, private and voluntary sectors, our aim is to align strategic commissioning activities to support service improvement, value for money and improved resident and service user outcomes.
We commission a diverse range of services. These include domiciliary care, residential and nursing care, day opportunities and support living, direct payments, and carers support for unpaid carers. We also commission several NHS services, including all strands of mental health provision. This integrated commissioning between adult social care and health services has enabled us to improve the efficiency of services we provide to our residents.
To ensure sustainability and resilience for the future, we identify the need for and procure new services and contracts for both health and social care. This involves building strong relationships with staff at all levels within these services, discovering and supporting areas for development, and monitoring the quality of the services we provide to our residents. If you are committed to making a difference and enjoy working in a fast-paced but friendly environment, we want to hear from you.
We recognise and reward youHard work and success deserves recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. We also offer a salary sacrifice personal car lease scheme to those who are eligible and have passed their probation period. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more.
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