Service Manager Commissioning Specialist

3 weeks ago


Bradford, Bradford, United Kingdom Bradford Metropolitan District Council Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to join our Children's Commissioning and Contract Management team. The successful candidate will lead a team and manage a programme of commissioning with a specific focus on children looked after and care leavers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement commissioning strategies to meet the needs of children looked after and care leavers.
  • Lead a team to develop the children's sufficiency strategy and to develop local provider markets to meet commissioning needs for children looked after and care leavers.
  • Work effectively with partners, those with lived experience, commissioned providers and wider stakeholders to deliver excellent, high-quality services which meet the needs of Bradford residents.
  • Manage complex and high-value commissioning activities, including strategic planning, the commissioning process, performance monitoring and policy review.
About Us

Bradford Metropolitan District Council is the fourth largest of 36 Metropolitan District Councils in the country, serving a diverse population of over 531,000 people. We employ approximately 18,000 staff, including social workers, lawyers, and town planners. Our council is committed to being a great place to work and offers a supportive and highly skilled team environment.

Person Specification
  • Significant experience of managing complex and high-value commissioning activities.
  • Comprehensive understanding and experience in strategic planning, the commissioning process, performance monitoring and policy review.
  • Ability to work effectively with partners, those with lived experience, commissioned providers and wider stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with experience of leading a team.


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