Contracts & Performance Manager MH and LD - INTERNAL in Newport

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Job Overview: The post holder will lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of provider contracts for individuals with complex Mental Health (MH) and Learning Disability (LD) needs who receive NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC), 117 MH aftercare funding, joint-funded packages, or specialist commissioned placements. They will ensure that all contractual arrangements, quality assurance processes, and provider oversight functions comply with Welsh legislation, national frameworks, and ABUHB governance requirements. The role provides expert leadership in contracting, quality, risk, safeguarding, and financial stewardship across MH & LD pathways, supporting safe, effective, and sustainable commissioning for individuals with high-risk, high-acuity, or specialist needs.

Main duties of the job:

• Lead the development, negotiation, and implementation of contracts for MH & LD placements including:
• Specialist LD residential and supported living
• Complex autism services
• Mental health step-down, rehabilitation, and recovery
• Secure and forensic placements
• Out-of-Area (OOA) specialist placements
• Domiciliary care packages
• Ensure All Contracts Comply With:
• NHS CHC Framework for Wales
• Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014
• Mental Health Act 1983
• The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Qualifications:

• Essential criteria: Educated to Masters degree level or equivalent experience.
• Desirable criteria: IPC Certificate in Commissioning and Purchasing in Public Care, Service improvement qualification, Project management qualification or relevant experience.

Knowledge:

• Essential criteria: Working knowledge of statutory guidance such as Mental Health Act, Capacity, DOLs, Knowledge of developing contracts and contract compliance.
• Desirable criteria: The IPC Certificate in Commissioning and Purchasing in Public Care.