We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Commissioning Project Manager to join our dynamic Commissioning department within the Children's Services Directorate. This role is pivotal in ensuring the effective commissioning of services that support the mental health, speech and language, and occupational therapy needs of children within our community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough reviews of services commissioned under section 75 agreements, paying particular attention to mental health and speech & language services. • Utilise project management tools and methodologies and collaborate with stakeholders across Local Authority and Integrated Care Board (ICB) to identify service requirements. • Generate reports and recommendations based on your findings to drive service improvement • Lead and manage commissioning projects and service reviews from inception to completion. • Further develop and implement commissioning strategies for mental health, speech and language, and occupational therapy provisions. • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of commissioned services, ensuring they meet the needs of children and young people. • Provide expert advice and guidance on commissioning best practices and policies through the service and wider directorate. • Ensure that commissioned services are needs-led, evidence-based, and deliver the best value for the community.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a similar role within a Local Authority, specifically within children's services. • In-depth understanding of commissioning processes for mental health, speech and language, and occupational therapy services. • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
To apply for this role you must have:
Be eligible to work within the UK
We offer:
An excellent referral scheme for each successfully placed referral
Certified complimentary training
24 hour one on one specialist social work consultant based within your geographical area
Employee Benefits Programme
Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment - we offer twice weekly payroll too!
For more information or details of other roles, please contact Simone at Social Care Locums or visit our website to upload your CV.