Commissioning Manager

Job Details

We're seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to join our Older People and Physical Disability Commissioning Team.

This is a high‑profile role within a team of five Commissioning Managers, leading key programmes that support adults to remain independent, healthy, and connected within their communities. You will play a vital part in shaping future commissioning approaches, working closely with health partners, providers, and people who use services.

Main Responsibilities

You will lead on commissioning activity across a range of priority areas, including:

• Supporting adults of all ages to live independently in the community for longer
• Equipment and assistive technology for people in their own homes
• Developing and strengthening the interface between NHS and social care markets
• Staffordshire Housing with Care Strategy 2024 - 2029

Your wider responsibilities will include:

• Developing and delivering commissioning strategies and plans aligned to the Council’s strategic objectives
• Leading future commissioning arrangements for equipment and technology
• Co‑producing innovative, outcome‑focused services with people who use services and their carers/families
• Managing programmes and projects to agreed timescales and budgets
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with providers and key internal and external partners
• Driving greater collaboration with NHS commissioners and other local authorities
• Translating best practice and learning into practical commissioning solutions

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a confident and experienced commissioner with strong strategic and operational insight. You will bring:

• Proven experience of commissioning within adult social care and/or health
• Strong analytical skills, able to use data and evidence to set priorities and inform decision‑making
• A thorough understanding of adult social care legislation and practice, including strength‑based approaches and personalisation
• A detailed understanding of the NHS and the wider health and care system
• A track record of engaging with and shaping markets to improve outcomes
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• A clear commitment to engagement and co‑production, with experience of involving people who use services and their families/carers

This role will suit someone who can think strategically while remaining grounded in the realities of service delivery.

Interview Date: 19th May 2026

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
Helen Trousdale – [contact hidden] or Rosanne Cororan[contact hidden]

Our Recruitment Process: We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role.