Here at Cheshire West and Chester Council, we are committed to providing excellent Adult Social Care services to residents. We are one team, putting what matters to people first and are investing in a number of roles, across our service areas to grow our dynamic, solution focused team.

So, wherever you are in your life, there is something to suit you in Adult Social Care, whether that be meaningful work, feeling valued in your role, career progression, pay progression or a great work life balance, this is where you will find it. If you want to be a part of our welcoming, values driven service and are passionate about being part of a team that can make a real difference for local people, please take a look at the roles we have available.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Ageing Well Commissioning Team at Cheshire West and Chester Council. We are a vibrant, innovative and passionate team, who are dedicated to Enabling Great Lives in Cheshire West and Chester.

About the Role:

The postholder will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of adult social care in Cheshire West and Chester where you will be responsible for:

• Outcomes-based Commissioning - developing and implementing commissioning projects from inception to mobilisation that addresses the needs of older people across our borough. There will be a focus on developing new models of care which are strengths and asset based, person centred, high quality and value for money
• Leading a commissioning portfolio which is underpinned by community-led support, ensuring coproduction and strength-based approaches are embedded throughout the commissioning cycle
• Market Shaping - working with a diverse range of providers to develop sustainable and high-quality care and support that delivers person-centred services
• Performance Management - monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of commissioned services, ensuring value for money and continuous improvement
• Stakeholder Engagement - building strong and lasting relationships with service users, carers, providers, and other key stakeholders
• Data Analysis - utilising data and intelligence to inform commissioning decisions and identify areas for improvement.

About You:

• You will have a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the public sector, in particular the increasing pressures surrounding our ageing population
• You will possess significant experience in commissioning within a Social Care or Health environment
• You will have excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills
• You will be able to analyse data and use it to inform effective decision-making
• You will be committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion
• You will have a degree level or equivalent qualification or relevant professional experience commensurate with this role within Social Care, Health, or related field
• You will have a flexible and resilient approach to your role and possess the ability to confidently manage competing priorities
• You will have the opportunity and available resources to travel across our borough

The benefits of working for the Council go well beyond making a difference to people's lives, as well as working within a supportive environment with people who share your values you will have access to a huge range of benefits including discounts on:

• High street and supermarket shopping
• Gym membership
• Holidays
• Days out
• Cinemas
• Cash back scheme on any medical treatment that you may require via Medicash
• Car lease scheme (Brand new fully maintained and insured car for 3 years in return for a fixed monthly payment via salary sacrifice)
• Cycle Scheme (Save up to £320 on the cost of a brand-new bike and equipment)

We also offer:

• Competitive salary
• A generous holiday allowance starting at 26 days pro rata (plus bank holidays) increasing with length of service to 31 days and the ability to purchase additional leave.
• An excellent career average pension scheme with employer contributions of 20%. (Employer contributions elsewhere are typically 3%)
• The opportunity to develop your skills and career
• Rewards and Recognition for going above and beyond such as additional annual leave and shopping vouchers
• Supportive team and culture
• Opportunity to purchase up to 10 days additional annual leave
• An Employee Assistance Programme, which offers free 24/7 confidential assistance, practical information, and emotional support.

Our values are important to all of us, we live and breathe them, and they shape how we work together to create positive environments where both colleagues and people who use our services can be inspired to reach their potential. If you share our values and commitment, then you're our kind of person.

Come and join us to work in an authority that has an excellent reputation, great working culture and is an inclusive and dynamic place to work. We consider our workforce to be of high value, placing wellbeing at the forefront. This is a flexible, agile post which means working in one of our Council offices in locations across the borough as well as the opportunity to work from home.

Full Job description and Person specification information is attached with this advert.

If you would like an informal conversation regarding the role, please contact Katy Ellison, Strategic Commissioning Programme Manager on 07834 973728 or katy.ellison@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk