b Overview /b p In this role, you lead strategic commissioning and market development for Coventry’s Adult Social Care. You will shape commissioning strategies, drive partnerships with health and voluntary sectors, and ensure high-quality, sustainable services that help residents live independently. You’ll use insights and performance data to improve outcomes and align services with statutory duties. This is a senior, impact‑driven opportunity to influence care across the city and beyond. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li Vivup health and wellbeing benefits /li li range of employee benefits /li li inclusive, values-driven workplace /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Provide strategic leadership for Adult Social Care commissioning, market shaping, procurement and assurance /li li Lead the development and delivery of commissioning strategies to improve outcomes for residents and unpaid carers /li li Build strong partnerships across health, care and voluntary sector organisations to deliver integrated and innovative services /li li Use insight, performance information, resident voice and assurance activity to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement /li li Lead market development to ensure a diverse, sustainable and high-quality provider market /li li Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, governance and regulatory expectations /li li Champion co-production and strengths-based approaches with residents influencing service design and delivery /li li Support organisational priorities as part of Coventry City Councils senior leadership team /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Extensive experience of commissioning within Adult Social Care, health or related public sector environment /li li Strong knowledge of the Care Act, procurement and safeguarding frameworks /li li Track record of developing and delivering commissioning strategies with measurable improvements /li li Experience leading large-scale partnerships and influencing senior stakeholders /li li Ability to translate strategy into delivery while managing significant budgets and resources /li li Experience of market shaping, service improvement, assurance and performance management /li li Commitment to co-production, inclusion and resident-centered decision-making /li li Outstanding leadership, communication and negotiation skills /li /ul ul li leadership /li li communication /li li negotiation /li li commissioning strategies /li li market development /li li procurement /li /ul
Head of Adult Commissioning employer: Coventry City Council
Coventry City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where social workers are valued and empowered to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. With competitive salaries, flexible working options, and a strong commitment to professional development, employees can thrive in their careers while enjoying generous leave and wellbeing support. Join us in our Outstanding Children’s Service and be part of a dedicated team that prioritises the welfare of both its workforce and the community.
