Commissioning Manager – Mental Health, Learning Disabilities and Autism

Job title:

Commissioning Manager – Mental Health, Learning Disabilities and Autism

Company

Camden Council

Job description

Salary: £48,969
Grade: Level 4 Zone 2
Location: 5 Pancras Square N1C 4AG
Contract Type: Permanent x2
Hours: Full Time (36 hours)
Closing Date: Sunday 2^nd February 2025; 23:59
Interview Date: w/c 10^th FebruaryAbout CamdenCamden is changing on the inside to make life better for everyone. Our residents and communities are at the heart of everything we do. We’re home to the most important conversations happening today and we’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.About usAs a Commissioning Manager within the Mental Health, Learning Disabilities and Autism Commissioning Team, you will be joining a dynamic and partnership-focused service that sits within Camden’s Adult Social Care department.Commissioning high quality and innovative services, building sustainable and effective partnerships and thinking long-term for our residents is a vital part of delivering our vision in Camden.Don’t just take our word for it – you can read about some of the different people working in the Council.The roleThe Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism Commissioning Team are seeking to strengthen our team by appointing two Commissioning Managers.This is an exciting and varied role within the team which is responsible for leading on an outcomes-focused and strengths-based approach to contract management to deliver high quality services for our residents, and using local data and insights to support the delivery of innovative services, service redesign and commissioning strategies. The team is responsible for a wide portfolio of services which include supported accommodation, community and floating support, prevention services, employment and advocacy.The post holder will require a strong commitment to co-production, a clear focus on equalities and a collaborative approach to building relationships across a range of stakeholders.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS.All About YouYou will need knowledge and experience of commissioning and/or an understanding of adult social care, health and housing services (ideally in relation to mental health, learning disabilities and autism).We expect that candidates for this role will draw on their own rich and varied skills and experiences to approach it in their unique way, but we think this role will appeal especially to people who:

• Have knowledge and experience of commissioning and/or the health and care system that supports our residents.
• Enjoys working collaboratively with residents, families and carers, commissioned providers and other stakeholders in a complex, multiagency environment.
• Can analyse and evaluate information, including needs analysis and contract monitoring data, and to draw conclusions about issues and how to address them.
• Demonstrates adaptable and effective communication skills and experience of writing and presenting policy and strategy to inform others about relevant issues and recommend appropriate future action.
• Has experience of successful project management including the flexibility and organisational skills to work on several projects at the same time.
• Leads by example through a commitment to coproduction with our residents, collaboration with colleagues and wider partners, and a passion for addressing inequalities.

For more information on the role, please contact Salome Bryant, Strategic Commissioner within the Mental Health, Learning Disabilities and Autism Commissioning team salome.bryant@camden.gov.uk).How To ApplyTo view the Job Profile, please CLICK HERE or copy and paste the below URL into your browser: http://camdocs.camden.gov.uk/HPRMWebDrawer/Record/10815313/file/document?inlineThe Application process * To apply for this job please click the “Apply” button. In the ‘Why you?’ section of the application you will be required to demonstrate how you meet the role criteria noted in the Job Profile under the “About You” section. Please use specific examples, as we want to see evidence of how you meet the criteria.

• 1-hour interview with 3 Camden staff – based on your application, we will decide whether you will be shortlisted for interview. If successful, we’ll send you the 4-5 questions and short task in advance and ensure that there’s plenty of time at the interview for you to ask any questions you have at this stage in the process.
• Offer and feedback – if you’re successful at the interview stage, we’ll contact you with the details of your job offer, along with some feedback on your performance throughout the process.
• Onboarding – once your offer is accepted and the start date agreed, we’ll make sure there’s a plan in place for your first few weeks to make sure you have the information and support needed to ease into your new role at Camden.

What We OfferAt Camden, you’ll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know that a work life balance is extremely important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pensions scheme.Visit ‘www.camdenjobs.co.uk/staff-benefits’ for more details.Inclusion and DiversityWe want Camden Council to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and those of Other Ethnicities, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equalities and justice remains at the heart of everything we do.To discover more about Camden and our commitment towards diversity, equality and safeguarding, please visit https://www.camdenjobs.co.uk/inclusion-and-diversityAnonymised Application – in keeping with Camden’s commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of u

Expected salary

£48969 per year

Location

London

Job date

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 23:30:13 GMT

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