Commissioning Officer
| Posting date: | 30 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38,626 to £40,476 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 July 2025 |
| Location: | Bythesea Road, Trowbridge, BA14 8JN |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wiltshire Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 5171 |
Summary
Salary: £38,626 - £40,476
Hours per week: 37 hours
Temporary/Fixed term: 18 months
Interview date: To be confirmed following shortlisting
Commissioning - Enhancing Outcomes
We have a rare opportunity for a commissioning professional to join our dedicated Team as a Temporary Commissioning Officer dedicated to International Recruitment.
Our Commissioning Service is responsible for developing a strategic approach to commissioning accommodation and community-based support for children, young people and adults in Wiltshire. With a focus on a "whole-life pathway," the service is dedicated to supporting Wiltshire residents continuously throughout their lives.
As a Quality & Performance International Recruitment Commissioning Officer, you will build good working relationships with International Recruits and providers in Wiltshire, by being able to reach out to existing and new International Recruits providing help guidance and a safe space to report any concerns. You will work closely with ADASS SouthWest to ensure that Home Office data is completed on time and monitor the use of international recruits within Wiltshire.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate substantial experience in adult social care, proven expertise in Adults Commissioning, a good knowledge and understanding of Home Office guidance alongside a strong track record of working with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and other regulatory bodies, is essential. A deep understanding of key legislation- particularly in International recruitment will be required, as is expert knowledge of relevant laws and national guidelines governing adult social care.
Hours per week: 37 hours
Temporary/Fixed term: 18 months
Interview date: To be confirmed following shortlisting
Commissioning - Enhancing Outcomes
We have a rare opportunity for a commissioning professional to join our dedicated Team as a Temporary Commissioning Officer dedicated to International Recruitment.
Our Commissioning Service is responsible for developing a strategic approach to commissioning accommodation and community-based support for children, young people and adults in Wiltshire. With a focus on a "whole-life pathway," the service is dedicated to supporting Wiltshire residents continuously throughout their lives.
As a Quality & Performance International Recruitment Commissioning Officer, you will build good working relationships with International Recruits and providers in Wiltshire, by being able to reach out to existing and new International Recruits providing help guidance and a safe space to report any concerns. You will work closely with ADASS SouthWest to ensure that Home Office data is completed on time and monitor the use of international recruits within Wiltshire.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate substantial experience in adult social care, proven expertise in Adults Commissioning, a good knowledge and understanding of Home Office guidance alongside a strong track record of working with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and other regulatory bodies, is essential. A deep understanding of key legislation- particularly in International recruitment will be required, as is expert knowledge of relevant laws and national guidelines governing adult social care.
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