Gloucestershire County Council
Senior Commissioning Manager
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Job Title: Senior Commissioning Manager
Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 4, 2nd Floor
Salary: £55,717 - £59,753 per annum
Hours per Week: 37.00
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Duration: Over Two Years
Closing Date: 01/09/2026
Job Requisition Number: 14770
This post is not open to job share
Fixed Term for 3 Years (subject to continuation of grant funding)
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and strategic Senior Commissioning Manager to lead Gloucestershire's Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) and Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme. These high-profile programmes provide vital support to children, young people and families experiencing financial hardship, crisis and wider social challenges, helping to build resilience and prevent needs escalating into more intensive services.
Working within the Children & Families Commissioning Hub, you will lead the strategic development, commissioning, governance and performance management of these externally funded programmes. You will oversee the effective deployment of funding, ensure robust contract and grant management arrangements are in place, and work collaboratively with district councils, voluntary and community organisations, statutory services and other key partners to maximise impact. Using data, insight and stakeholder feedback, you will help shape future service development, manage programme risks and finances, and ensure these important programmes deliver sustainable, measurable outcomes for Gloucestershire's children, families and communities.
About You
We are looking for an experienced commissioning professional who can combine strategic leadership with strong programme, partnership and contract management skills. You will have a proven track record of delivering complex commissioning, transformation or grant-funded programmes, alongside experience of working within robust governance and assurance frameworks. You will be confident building productive relationships across statutory, voluntary and community sector organisations and using data, insight and stakeholder feedback to drive service improvement. Strong analytical, financial and problem-solving skills are essential, together with the ability to influence stakeholders and manage competing priorities. Most importantly, you will be passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable children, families and communities through prevention, early help and community-led approaches.
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About Us
At Gloucestershire County Council, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and flexible working environment where colleagues can thrive and develop their careers. By joining our Children & Families Commissioning Hub, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children, young people, families and communities across Gloucestershire while working alongside passionate and talented professionals.
In return for your commitment, we offer flexible and agile working opportunities, generous annual leave starting at 24.5 days and rising to 29.5 days after five years' continuous service, plus the option to purchase additional leave. You will benefit from excellent learning and development opportunities, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, occupational health support and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme available 24 hours a day. Additional benefits include family-friendly policies, employee discounts, Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes, and access to employee networks that promote inclusion, wellbeing and professional support.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about reducing inequalities, supporting vulnerable children, families and communities, and delivering commissioning solutions that make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-profile programmes that support residents facing financial hardship and crisis, while shaping future investment and service development across Gloucestershire.
If you feel you have the skills, experience and commitment required to make a positive impact, please submit your application and supporting statement by clicking the "Apply Now" button and tell us how your experience aligns with the role requirements.
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For an informal discussion about the position, please contact Wendy Gray, Head of Service – Strategic Commissioning, Contracts and Access to Resources, via email at wendy.gray2@gloucestershire.gov.uk. If you are applying on a secondment basis, please ensure you have your manager's approval before submitting your application.
Closing date
01/09/2026
Interview dates
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email and invited to interview during the week commencing 14/09/2026. We look forward to hearing from you.
Additional Information
To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below: Senior Commissioning Manager - Job Profile
The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates will need to have right to work that enables them to commit to at least 6 months' employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer.
Applications from any Gloucestershire County Council's employees who are currently on the redeployment register or at risk of redundancy will be considered first at shortlisting stage
Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.
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