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BETTER CARE FUND COMMISSIONING MANAGER

Employer
Worcestershire County Council
Location
Worcester, Worcestershire
Salary
Salary scale PO3 (£37,724 - £40,506)
Closing date
19 Mar 2021
Reference
23803

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Sector
Local Councils
Job Type
Commissioning, Management
Contract Type
Part time temporary
Working Pattern
Standard
Hours
Full-Time

Job Details

BETTER CARE FUND COMMISSIONING MANAGER

Social care is in the spotlight.  Covid-19 has turned our world upside down and the provision of best quality services, supporting the most vulnerable in society has never been more important.

At Worcestershire County Council, the People Directorate Commissioners are working with a wide range of partners across social care and health to deliver our strategy – ensuring Worcestershire residents are healthier, live longer, have a better quality of life and remain independent for as long as possible. 

Our organisation encourages its people to make a positive difference - our vision and values are at the very centre of everything that we do.

  • Customer Focus - "putting the customer at the heart of everything we do"
  • 'Can do' Culture – "being proactive to achieve excellence"
  • Freedom within Boundaries – "courage to make constructive change"

Joining the team now will provide the opportunity to build something special, reshaping and commissioning high quality, value for money services that tangibly improve outcomes for adults in Worcestershire.   We are seeking to recruit outstanding, motivated individuals to join our Commissioning team.  Closing date for all applications, midday 19 March, 2021.  Interviews will be held virtually, week commencing 29 March, 2021.

  • Salary scale PO3 (£37,724 - £40,506)

Worcestershire County Council is a special place where we look after our people, making sure you're happy in your work and given everything you need to succeed. We've created friendly, welcoming work environments where everyone is working towards the same cause, providing the best possible services for the county.

Not only do you get to work alongside great people who are helping to improve services for our community we offer great benefits too! For your valued contribution we will provide a fantastic benefits package including:

  • 35 hour week
  • Flexible working arrangements, including remote working
  • Generous annual leave allowance increasing with service, plus bank holidays
  • Pay progression through multiple increments
  • Outstanding local government pension scheme
  • Learning & Development with access to certified courses.

Worcestershire County Council is committed to delivering the best possible services and improving the quality of life for Worcestershire people. In order to do this effectively we aim to have a workforce that represents the diverse communities we serve, embracing and utilising the broad range of skills, experiences and perspectives this brings.

We are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for all. This includes making adjustments or changes for people who have a disability or long-term health condition.

Applications can be submitted by sending a copy of your up to date CV and an expression of interest detailing what makes you a suitable candidate for the post (2 sides A4 max) to:  socialworkopps@worcestershire.gov.uk

Company

The work we do at Worcestershire County Council matters! We are there for the most vulnerable people in society who need us the most, we are helping to build a successful and growing local economy, we protect our environment, we improve outcomes for our children, young people and families, and we help ensure our residents are healthier, live longer and have a better quality of life. In short, what we do makes a difference to people's lives!

With so many ways to contribute, the chances are we have a job opportunity that's the career for you.

Click here for Children's Social Work and Adult Social Work vacancies.
While you are working hard, doing your best for the people of Worcestershire, we will do our best to provide an environment that supports and inspires you.  Here are some of the top reasons why you should work here.

Notes for applicants

When you click 'apply', you will be re-directed to Worcestershire County Council's online application site.

To submit your application, you will need to login to our site (this is a separate login to WM Jobs).

First time applicants will be asked to create a new account.  Please note, you are only able to view the Job Description and Person Specification on the WM Jobs board not via Worcestershire County Council's online application site.

If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments, please let us know. 

Contact details: recruitment@worcestershire.gov.uk

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Company info
Website
Telephone
01905 846666
Location
Worcestershire County Council
County Hall
Spetchley Road
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR5 2NP
United Kingdom

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