Slough Borough Council
Commissioning Officer
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Job Title: Commissioning Officer
Directorate: Adult Services
Pay Level: £41,873 – £47,238 (fully inclusive of local weighting allowance | Contract Type: Permanent) Working Hours: 37 hours per week | Location: Observatory House/Slough (Hybrid Minimum 2 days per week in office) DBS Requirement: Standard | Number of Vacancies: 2
Key Details
- Closing date for applications: [Midnight, 17th July 2026]
- Interviews: Week commencing 27th July 2026
About the Role
Do you want a career-defining role? One where you’re recognised, can grow, and collaborate across social care, health, the voluntary sector, and communities? Do you want to make a real, lasting impact on vulnerable people’s lives while developing skills to propel your future career?
If yes, then now is the perfect time to join our expanding Commissioning team, shifting to an all-age approach. We’re hiring 2 experienced Commissioning Officers who will:
- Drive strategic commissioning priorities, using data, insight, and evidence to shape demand, market, and service redesigns that meet statutory duties and deliver better outcomes for residents and carers.
- Contribute to savings targets and ensure value for money, collaborating closely with market management, finance, legal, and procurement teams across the Council.
- Work against the Commissioning Forward Plan, where your work will adapt to our evolving priorities.
These roles are not portfolio-specific, meaning your focus will centre on our overarching objectives while leveraging your expertise in commissioning and service redesign.
Responsibilities
Core responsibilities include:
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Analysis and Insight:
- Assess current and future service demands using data and evidence.
- Identify trends and gaps to inform strategic decision-making.
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Service Design and Redesign:
- Influence and support the redesign of service pathways to meet statutory requirements and enhance user outcomes.
- Collaborate with providers, stakeholders, and colleagues to align services with community needs.
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Value for Money:
- Help drive cost efficiencies and savings initiatives.
- Oversee financial planning and ensure all service commissions deliver optimal value for residents.
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Market Assessment and Development:
- Monitor the local and wider service market to ensure fair competition and innovation.
- Work with procurement and legal teams to facilitate robust tendering processes.
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Cross-Council Collaboration:
- Engage supportedly with market management, finance, HR, corporate strategy, senior governance, and other senior managers to align commissioning practices with broader Council goals.
- Translate strategic priorities into actionable targets, ensuring accountability at all levels.
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- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Build strong relationships with voluntary sector organisations, third-party providers, carers, and vulnerable adults.
- Champion inclusivity, equality, and diversity in commissioning decisions.
Requirements
Experience & Knowledge
- At least 4 years’ experience in commissioning, procurement, policy development, or service improvement within Adult Social Care or related sectors.
- A robust understanding of statutory frameworks, particularly for Adult Social Care, health, and child protection.
- Experience in service redesign and transformation, including engaging with providers and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and report writing to inform strategic decisions.
- Strong knowledge of demand forecasting, market design, and regulatory compliance.
Skills
- Excel in strategic thinking and problem-solving, with the ability to influence decision-makers at all levels.
- Collaborative mindset with strong stakeholder and relationship management skills.
- Proactive, organised, and able to meet tight deadlines while maintaining impeccable attention to detail.
- Comfort with ** adversity negotiations,** financial planning, and risk analysis.
- Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and fostering an ethos of inclusivity and wellbeing.
Education & Qualifications
- Degree-level qualification in Social Work, Healthcare, or a related field would be an advantage.
- Professional qualifications in commissioning, procurement, or public sector finance are highly desirable (e.g., FCMA, NbA/Send Caring for Children Qualification).
Other
- Access to a NLW-approved account (UK market) if working remotely.
- Right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.
Our Council
Our vision is to transform communities and sustain environmental justice. Every employee—No matter their department or role—contributes to delivering services to local people, either directly or by enabling colleagues to thrive.
We celebrate diversity and strive for a workplace where every resident lives a fulfilling, prosperous life. The same values extend to our staff—internally, we encourage a culture of adaptability, mutual respect, and innovation.
What We Offer
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Career Development & Growth
- A supportive and rewarding environment where your input is valued and heard.
- Opportunities to shape the role—innovation is welcomed and driven by the team’s ambition.
Flexible Working
- Hybrid working arrangements tailored to your needs, ensuring a work-life balance that accommodates various lifestyles.
- Backing for all backgrounds: we actively seek to improve representation of diversity across the workforce.
Work-Life Balance & Benefits
- 26 days annual leave (including bank holidays). This increases to 30 days after 2 years’ service and 33 days after 5 years’ service.
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Discussion-based talent management where annual increments are confirmed following six months’ service and performance reviews.
- Well-being initiatives, including:
- Access to tailored networks promoting equality, inclusion, and social mobility.
- Tax-free childcare, subsidised healthcare services, and a seasonal rail/bus ticket loan scheme.
Welcome & Inclusivity
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Accessibility Support: If you need reasonable adjustments during the application or interview (e.g., formatting, lighting changes, in-person support), please contact the Recruitment Team (Recruitment@slough.gov.uk) to arrange confidential assistance.
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Network Participation: Join staff networks designed to promote inclusion and share diverse perspectives. More details: [Employee Networks](place for link if required).
Equal Opportunities & Legal Commitments
Initially, we ask:
- Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship for this role).
- Successful completion of safeguarding and pre-employment checks.
Our Commitment to Equality & Dignity
Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. We are committed to safeguarding vulnerable adults, children, and young people, ensuring all colleagues uphold high ethical standards.
How We Recruit
At Slough, we focus on Babson 8 Core Skills reflecting our values and mission (more here).
Interviews will assess candidates against these key components of success, which align with your potential to accelerate our journey.
How to Apply
Please submit your application via the [Apply Now] button.
The Council reserves the right to close the advert earlier if suitable applications are received.
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