Nottinghamshire County Council
Commissioning Manager

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Salary
£52,413 - £57,839 per annum
Type of vacancy
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
Hours per week
37
Work Base
County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP
Working Arrangements
Hybrid
Job Description / Person Specification
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Competency Framework
Tier 7b
Number of posts
1
Interview date
17 September 2026
Closing Date
06 September 2026 23:55
About Us
Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to serving our community with compassion and commitment. We believe in empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives, and we are proud to be a part of the lives of those we serve. Join us in making a difference!
About the Role
Are you ready to lead the way in strategic commissioning for adult social care? As a Commissioning Manager, you will oversee the development and management of services for older adults and unpaid carers in Nottinghamshire. Your role will be pivotal in shaping policies, managing contracts, and ensuring that our services meet the highest standards of care. This is an exciting opportunity to drive innovation and improve outcomes for our community.
In This Dynamic Role, You Will
- Lead the strategic commissioning and policy development for adult social care.
- Manage contracts and partnerships to ensure compliance and quality.
- Conduct joint strategic needs assessments to inform service delivery.
- Drive co-production and preventative approaches to enhance service effectiveness.
- Monitor performance and implement commissioning strategies aligned with community needs.
- Engage with stakeholders, including service users and providers, to foster collaboration.
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To Thrive In This Role, You Should Possess
- A relevant qualification in Social Work, Health Care, or equivalent experience.
- In-depth knowledge of adult social care policies and strategic commissioning principles.
- Strong understanding of market shaping and provider sustainability.
- Proven experience in managing contracts and delivering complex services.
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- Inspires and engages a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Thinks strategically and solves problems effectively.
- Empowers staff and encourages innovation.
- Communicates clearly and confidently at all levels.
- Analyses complex data to inform actionable plans.
At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer
- A place to belong: A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
- Flexible working: Enjoy a balance between work and personal life.
- Professional development: Opportunities for growth and continuous learning.
- Generous leave: Ample annual leave and bank holidays to recharge.
- Supportive environment: A culture that prioritises wellbeing and respect.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a real impact in your community! If you are passionate about improving lives and leading change, we want to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the future of adult social care in Nottinghamshire!


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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Anna Oliver on 0115 977 2535 or by email anna.oliver@nottscc.gov.uk.
Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.
A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
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