Deputy Director of Joint Commissioning

Job description

Job responsibilities

Deputy Director of Joint Commissioning

Salary £110,000 -£120,000 & Benefits

Closing date:Monday 16th June

Shaping the future of Joint Commissioning

Role Purpose

Lead strategy and delivery for Health, Education and Social Care (HESC) services which represents a large and complex portfolio within Adult Social Care, delivering high-profile front-line services.

The Deputy Director has delegated responsibility for statutory accountability in the absence of the Director of Adult Social Care. Accountable for delivery, effectiveness, corporate support and community outcomes, the role is critical to the achievement of change and performance. The focus is on driving performance by translating strategy into successful service delivery that delivers excellence for the residents of Oxfordshire. The Deputy Director will oversee the operational implementation of strategic decisions in alignment with the statutory requirements of the service.

Responsible for driving OCCs Delivering the Future Together (DTFT) values, being a role model within and throughout the organisation as organisational leaders, to deliver excellent services to Oxfordshire's residents. Delivering the Future Together, is our ambitious transformation programme enabling the organisation, to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. Lead on OCCs value of daring to do it differently, as the organisation continues to strive to do better.

About You

Your background is not important. What is important is that you have relevant commissioning experience and a comprehensive knowledge of the various aspects of the job.

You'll champion innovative, strengths-based commissioning that is evidence-informed, outcomes-driven, and aligned with the ambitions of our long-term partners. Working collaboratively across the Integrated Care System, education and social care services, health and wellbeing providers, and our communities, you'll ensure that our commissioning infrastructure delivers value, sustainability and, above all, impact. You will hold oversight of statutory commissioning responsibilities, including governance and pooled budgets, and lead a multi-disciplinary team delivering excellence in commissioning, brokerage, innovation, and quality improvement.

Additional information and informal qualification

To learn more, visit our campaign site:

https://webmicrosites.hays.co.uk/web/oxfordshire-county-council

For a confidential discussion, contact Laurence Wolahan or Simon Winspear at our recruitment partners, Hays Executive on 07985 443 826 or 07525 466 357 respectively.

Our commitments

Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have several staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to: Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to: Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexitime, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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Person Specification

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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.

Employer details

Employer name

Oxfordshire County Council

Address

County Hall, Oxford

OX1 1ND

Employer's website

https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)