Job summary
Richmond and Wandsworth
Councils have recently undertaken a major review of their commissioning of
social care services for people with mental health needs and have agreed an
ambitious transformation programme. They
are now seeking an experienced Senior Commissioning Manager for Mental Health
to lead a newly-established team responsible for this programme.
Main duties of the job
You and your team will plan and develop services, review existing services, procure new services, and develop stakeholder relationships managing the market supporting adults with mental health needs.
You will be responsible for designing innovative new service models and shaping the local provider market in line with the recommendations of the commissioning review and in partnership with services users and carers, operational mental health teams, and other stakeholders.
You will have in depth knowledge of services supporting people with mental health needs and an understanding of the key policy drivers in this area.You willbe highly motivated, creative, and persistent in seeking solutions and be open to learning from and with others and working with people to effect positive change.
You will need to be confident in working with a range of internal and external partners and will be able to negotiate and resolve complex problems.The ability to manage change well is a necessity.
You will be highly organised, able to manage multiple strands of work within deadlines and enjoy being involved in a variety of activities and projects. You will have good communication and presentation skills, enjoy working with people and be able to lead and inspire your team.
About us
We also offer a generous holiday allowance of 40 paid days (pro rata) including bank holidays and a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
Please upload a CV and supporting statement to explain the skills and experience you have that make you suitably qualified for the role.
Indicative Recruitment Timeline
Closing Date: Monday 11thDecember 2023
Shortlisting Date: w/c 18thDecember 2023
Interview Date:w/c 8thJanuary 2024
For an informal discussion on this post please contact either:
Richard Wiles, Head of Commissioning, Public Health, Wellbeing and Service Development:
richard.wiles@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk
Or Rachel Soni, our newly appointed Assistant Director for Commissioning:
rachel.soni@richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk
Important Information:
This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job profile for the full job description.
To
lead the commissioning of social care services for adults living with a mental
health condition, including supported living, residential care and community
support services. Responsibilities will
include the planning and development of services, procurement of new services,
maintenance of provider and stakeholder relationships, and service reviews, and
working with NHS colleagues locally and across South West London in the
development and implementation of strategic plans for mental health services.
Specific Duties and
Responsibilities
In conjunction with the Adult Social Services operational team and other
key stakeholders, to lead the commissioning of social care services for adults living
with mental health condition.
Alongside other key stakeholders, to play a leading role in the
development and periodic review of local strategies that relate to the service
area, in particular leading the input of commissioning expertise on inclusive
service models and market challenges and opportunities.
To design and secure agreement to service models and configurations that
meet the needs of the local population, are consistent with the agreed
strategies and can be delivered within available budgets.
To ensure that effective commissioning is evidence-based on local demographics and assessments
of need, is market tested and informed by the knowledge and experience of
service users and carers, and that contract management and service review
processes are in place and operating to all required standards.
To be responsible for the timely procurement of contracts in line with
the agreed plans, including taking lead responsibility for the development of
service specifications and performance indicators and for contract negotiation,
in liaison with the procurement, legal and finance teams
In co-operation with the Senior Quality Assurance & Contracts Monitoring
Manager, to oversee the monitoring of performance of services by contract
monitoring staff and ensure that the services are delivered in line with
service specifications and accepted good practice.
Further information found on the job profile attachment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job profile for the full job description.
To
lead the commissioning of social care services for adults living with a mental
health condition, including supported living, residential care and community
support services. Responsibilities will
include the planning and development of services, procurement of new services,
maintenance of provider and stakeholder relationships, and service reviews, and
working with NHS colleagues locally and across South West London in the
development and implementation of strategic plans for mental health services.
Specific Duties and
Responsibilities
In conjunction with the Adult Social Services operational team and other
key stakeholders, to lead the commissioning of social care services for adults living
with mental health condition.
Alongside other key stakeholders, to play a leading role in the
development and periodic review of local strategies that relate to the service
area, in particular leading the input of commissioning expertise on inclusive
service models and market challenges and opportunities.
To design and secure agreement to service models and configurations that
meet the needs of the local population, are consistent with the agreed
strategies and can be delivered within available budgets.
To ensure that effective commissioning is evidence-based on local demographics and assessments
of need, is market tested and informed by the knowledge and experience of
service users and carers, and that contract management and service review
processes are in place and operating to all required standards.
To be responsible for the timely procurement of contracts in line with
the agreed plans, including taking lead responsibility for the development of
service specifications and performance indicators and for contract negotiation,
in liaison with the procurement, legal and finance teams
In co-operation with the Senior Quality Assurance & Contracts Monitoring
Manager, to oversee the monitoring of performance of services by contract
monitoring staff and ensure that the services are delivered in line with
service specifications and accepted good practice.
Further information found on the job profile attachment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
