Commissioner

Job Title: Commissioning Officer

Location: Slough
Reports to: Strategic Commissioner
DBS Requirement: Enhanced

Role Overview

As a Commissioning Officer within the Adult Social Care Directorate, you will support the delivery of commissioning strategies for key service areas such as Mental Health, Autism & Learning Disabilities, Prevention & Carers, and Older People. You will ensure high-quality services are available to residents, work closely with partners, and use evidence and stakeholder input to shape services that promote independence, choice, and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning projects in your portfolio, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in line with governance standards.
• Engage with service users, carers, and community groups to ensure their input informs service design (co-production).
• Work closely with health and social care partners, providers, and internal teams to improve service pathways and outcomes.
• Collect and interpret data to identify service gaps, market opportunities, and future demand.
• Prepare high-quality reports for internal and external audiences, including Cabinet and strategic boards.
• Monitor progress of strategic plans and support risk management in commissioning activities.
• Contribute to safeguarding processes and maintain compliance with relevant legislation and council policies.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience in social care or health commissioning, with a strong understanding of legislation and policy.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders, including service users, carers, and partner organizations.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills, including report writing.
• Experience managing projects, budgets, and working independently.
• Ability to consult with vulnerable individuals and manage sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Degree in Health, Social Care, or a related field.
• Level 5 Commissioning for Wellbeing or equivalent.
• IPC Certificate in Commissioning and Purchasing.