Job Introduction

We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council. We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all.

The starting salary for this role is £70,975 per annum, working 36 hours per week.

We are recruiting two Senior Commissioning Managers on a permanent basis who will each have a lead responsibility for the management and development of commissioned support for people with disabilities who have eligible care needs.

Our Offer to You

• 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
• A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents

About the Role

The posts sit within the Disabilities Commissioning Team. The priorities for both will be to ensure that Surrey County Council has a robust offer for people with eligible care needs who draw on Community Accommodation, including Shared Lives and Supported Independent Living, and/or on support with Everyday Living. They will also support the continual improvement of support delivered through other models of care and/or through Direct Payments / ISFs.

The roles require strong relationships with service users and their friends and family, with the provider market, social work teams, other commissioners of adult and young people's social care services and with key stakeholders in the health system: coproduction is key to achieving our ambition. Skills in pursuing innovation and market development are essential, to maximise our use of the range of support available.

You will need to demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively across the sector in order to achieve the best outcomes for Surrey residents and ensure SCC can do so within budget and without compromising on quality.

About the Team

The Disabilities Commissioning Team is led by the Head of Commissioning (Disabilities and Direct Payments) within the Commissioning Department of the Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships Directorate. It comprises other Senior Commissioning Managers, Commissioning Managers and Commissioning Development Officers.

The Disabilities Commissioning Team works to a vision whereby individuals can live 'gloriously ordinary lives', following their ambitions and aspirations, regardless of primary need. Our work programmes are evidence based, innovative, and follow best practice. We are committed to ensuring individuals' insight and ambition shapes our plans through co-production as well as engagement. We are a dynamic team, committed to continuous improvement through working in partnership across the sector, with colleagues across the Council, the NHS and the community/voluntary sector.

Your application

In order to be considered for shortlisting, you will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours :

• Undergraduate degree, ideally with a relevant social work (or other associated health care) qualification, or a relevant commissioning qualification. Equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Additional substantial professional commissioning, contracting and management experience working in the context of public service delivery in the statutory or voluntary sector
• Continued professional development, including leadership and management training.
• Detailed knowledge of social care processes and responsibilities in line with strength-based practices.

Please submit a CV with your response to the following questions:

1. Why are you applying for this role and what skills will you bring?
2. Tell us about your experience of commissioning support for people who are neuro-diverse and/or have learning and/or physical disabilities who draw on social care?
3. Tell us about your experience of working in partnership with colleagues across the public and voluntary sectors to promote seamless support.
4. Describe key activity for commissioners when ensuring that customer experience of drawing on ASC support is not adversely affected by LGR?

Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey.

This job advert closes at 23:59 on 08/02/2026 with interviews planned for the week commencing 16/02/2026.

Contact Us

Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.

For an informal discussion please contact Anna Waterman by email or on MS Teams.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council

Our Commitment

We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.

Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Attached documents:

• BM-2025-152 - PS13 - Senior Commissioning Manager.pdf - Senior Commissioning Manager - Job Description