About the role
Hillingdon is London's second largest borough, delivering some of the highest levels of resident services across the UK. Putting our residents first is at the heart of everything we do, and we are embarking on an ambitious plan to modernise our offering, while sustaining the high-quality services and facilities they expect. We commenced our transformational and business change road map last year, with the aim of modernising the way our services are delivered, maximising technology and ensuring we have the right culture in place to enable us to deliver our vision of being easy to do business with.
Within Adult Social Care & Health, we have a new opportunity for a Head of Commissioning role to lead and be responsible for the successful delivery of a Social Care Commissioning model and structure to deliver Hillingdon’s Commissioning Strategy. This is a permanent position and is an exciting new role within the Council that doesn’t come along very often and will offer challenge and stretch and a great sense of achievement to the right individual.
This is an exciting time to join Hillingdon Council as our Adult Social Care & Health Head of Commissioning. This post will report directly to the Assistant Director of Direct Care & Business Delivery in ASC&H and will work closely and collaboratively with the Director of Procurement. It will also require working with the other Assistant Directors of Adult Social Care & Health as well as many partners across the borough. They will lead on the implementation of the commissioning model within Social Care (and where relevant will extend to where there are common suppliers to the council to leverage buying power) to strengthen its efficiency and effectiveness and enhance the council’s contribution to building stronger communities and improving resident's outcomes.
The post holder will be required to deliver a high-quality service that is delivered on time, within budget, ensuring value for money, using effective project and programme management approaches and techniques as adopted by the Council. The role will also provide support as required to other projects within the service area. You will be responsible for leading on the centralisation of commissioning within Adult Social Care.
This is a high-profile role, which will have regular interface with key members of the Corporate Management Team and Cabinet. The post holder will work closely with a range of external organisations from the health, independent and voluntary sectors to develop a sustainable, diverse and innovative care market that meets the varied needs of the people in Hillingdon and ensures equality and dignity for all. If you are eager to really make an impact and are achievements and results driven, then this role is one for you!
About you
Individuals who are highly motivated, passionate about making a difference, love a challenge and will bring energy and pace to the delivery of our ambitions should consider this excellent opportunity. You must have extensive experience of project and programme management of projects within Social Care. Sound financial management skills would be beneficial in this role. If you are an individual that can bring confidence, enthusiasm, strong organisational skills and the ability to get things done and work at pace, we would welcome your application.
This role is offered as a fixed term contract of up to 6 months.
About us
We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.
Work Life Balance
* Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
* 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
* Generous Holiday Entitlement – You will receive a minimum of 26 days annual leave each year, in addition to bank holidays. This entitlement increases to a maximum 37 days after 10 years of service.
Health & Wellbeing
* Hillingdon Sport Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
* Cycle Purchase Scheme – Promote eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme.
* Discount on Golf Fees – Enjoy up to 30% discounts on green fees at council owned golf courses.
* Financial Benefits – Secure your future with access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
* Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
* Eye Care – We contribute towards eye tests and lenses for Display Screen Equipment.
* Mental Health Support – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues.
* Support and Counselling Services – Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
Commute with Ease
* Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly. The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities. Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.
Additional Information
Due to an expected high volume of applications, we could close this role early, we therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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