Strategic Commissioning Manager - Disabilities - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract in Bournemouth

Starting salary for this role is £52,413 (pro rata for part-time colleagues). This role sits within a well-defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Be part of a forward-thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Deliver commissioning projects as requested by the Head of Strategic Commissioning – Disabilities, ensuring milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Develop and implement commissioning plans aligned to strategic objectives, using robust needs analysis, data and market insight.
• Work with partners across the Integrated Care System (including the NHS), the voluntary and community sector and providers to develop services and joint approaches.
• Ensure commissioned services are person-centred and strengths-based, promoting independence, dignity, choice and control.
• Embed co-production so the voice of people who use services, carers and advocates is central to commissioning.
• Provide effective oversight of budgets, performance, quality and risk, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and Council governance (procurement, contract, finance, legal and information governance).
• Recruit, lead and motivate staff to deliver a high-quality, flexible and responsive commissioning function.
• Represent the Council in multi-agency forums and working groups, sharing learning and promoting best practice.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree-level education or significant relevant experience in adult social care commissioning, including expertise across specialist areas.
• Proven experience of service user, carer and stakeholder involvement/co-production in the commissioning and delivery of services.
• Demonstrable track record of initiating and leading change and delivering service improvement with positive outcomes for people who use services.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory duties and best practice in commissioning and contracting of adult services.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, advocate and work effectively in partnership.
• Experience of leading, motivating and developing staff/teams.
• High levels of resilience, emotional intelligence, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work across complex specialist areas (e.g., mental health, autism, learning disabilities, housing-related support and transitions).

Contract details:

• Contract: 6-month fixed-term
• Hours: 37 hours a week
• Location: Hybrid working. Main office The Civic Centre Bournemouth.
• Salary: £52,413 pa
• Travel: You must be able to travel using public or other viable transport, or hold a valid UK driving licence with access to your own.

For general queries please contact Jamie Iles: Jamie.Iles@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Siobain Hann: Siobain.hann@bcpcouncil.gov.uk

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.

Inclusion and accessibility:

At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work. We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help.

About BCP Council:

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of coastline. We offer career-defining roles to transform and improve services and help deliver a thriving, inclusive place for generations to come.