Contract Officer - Social Care Setting - Fixed Term Sep 2026

Your new role Southend Council are looking to appoint a full-time, contract experienced officer in a fixed-term capacity until September 2026. Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, you are required to be on-site at the Civic Centre every Wednesday. The new officer will ensure that all Adult / Child Protection Policies are adhered to, and concerns are raised in accordance with these policies. The team monitor contracts covering adults, children\’s, sexual health and transitional supported housing. The role will also require staff to undertake any other duties as may be required which are appropriate for grades of post. You are required to ensure effective commercial management of public health, social care contracts and grants. There will be a need to ensure contracts are effectively managed, ensure appropriate monitoring takes place in order to deliver the correct outcomes of deliverables, and social values. You are required to deliver commercial negotiations to maximise the use of public funds in the interests of the residents of Southend. Also, making sure that transactional processing takes place, and that suppliers are paid in line with the prompt payment code.You will assess and reconcile demand and supply data to inform market and supplier development, as well as develop contract monitoring plans with providers and support them to implement those plans. You will use the results of contract monitoring and reporting, to generate and share market intelligence. You will contribute to the collective commissioning team working at all levels in the council and the wider health and care system. What you\’ll need to succeed To be shortlisted for this position, it is essential to have relevant knowledge and experience within the field of social care.You must have previous contract management experience within a social care setting. Have an understanding of current NHS national, regional and local priorities, along with knowledge of the local health and social care system. You are required to have advanced administration skills, with proven knowledge of processing market data, public health, commissioning and funding. The successful candidate will need to be able to function under pressure, managing a caseload which involves meeting council financial and statutory objectives, while also taking into account the welfare of people who are in receipt of social care support services. What you\’ll get in return When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. What you need to do now If you\’re interested in this role, click \’apply now\’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C\’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)