Placement Commissioning Officer

2 months ago


Grove Greater London, United Kingdom Spencer Clarke Group Full time

Placements Commissioning Officer **

We are working in partnership with a Local Authority in the Kingston area who are looking to appoint a Placements Commissioning Officer to work within their Specialist Children Services.

Contract - 3-6 Month agency contract with a view to being extended on an ongoing basis.

Working Hours - Full time position. (36 hours per week)

Location - Kingston, KT1. (Hybrid working)

Rate of Pay - £17 - £20 per hour. (negotiable on experience)

Main Purpose of The Role:

As Placements Commissioning Officer for Achieving for Children, you will be responsible for:

Acting as a single point of access for commissioning placements
To contribute to the delivery of strategic commissioning intentions identified as part of the Commissioning Service and its partners.
To deliver delegated activities or products in relation to commissioning, contract management, policy and planning activity as identified.
To undertake quality assurance tasks (including visits) to ensure compliance with agreed processes and standards including regulatory and inspection frameworks.
To utilise contract management tools to ensure data and information is timely, accurate and complete.
To assist in the coordination with a range of providers/organisations and individuals, researching and drafting correspondence. In addition, the management of specific tasks, lead reporting and analysis across a range of specialties, functions and projects will be required to be undertaken.
Collating data as required and providing up to date statistical information on a monthly and annual basis.
In order to deliver the service effectively, a degree of flexibility is needed, and the post holder may be required to perform work not specifically referred to above. Such duties, however, will fall within the scope of the post, at the appropriate grade.Experience Needed:

A professional understanding of all the legal aspects of procurement and commissioning activity.
Knowledge of Government and European initiatives and developments in relation to procurement and commissioning legislation.
Knowledge of relevant Care Quality Commission policies and policies.*We offer a market leading referral scheme of up to £250 so if you know of someone who may also be looking for an exciting career opportunity*

To apply for this role please email & call Dane on (phone number removed)



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