Commissioner - Adults (18 month fixed-term contract)
| Posting date: | 01 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £42,500 to £47,910 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 April 2026 |
| Location: | Berkshire, South East England |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | Bracknell Forest Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | People/26/334155 |
Summary
18-month fixed-term contract or 18-month secondment for internal candidates
Join us as an Adults Commissioner on a fixed‑term 18‑month contract, contributing to crucial work within Adults Strategic Commissioning as part of a well‑established and respected team.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed, where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and working from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying. Search ‘secondment policy’ on the intranet for more information.
About you...
Working predominantly from home, we are seeking a passionate and motivated individual who can support the People Directorate to achieve the best outcomes and value for money. You will deliver a broad range of activities across all stages of the commissioning cycle and take on varied, complex tasks, working both independently and collaboratively as part of the team.
You will be a skilled and influential communicator, with effective problem-solving and project management skills. By being a life-long learner, with a passion for achieving the best outcomes, your work will instil confidence, trust and credibility.
About the team...
You will be joining a supportive and well‑established team that collaborates closely with colleagues at every level. The team works together to critically assess current provision, shape future services, mobilise effective solutions and manage change within Social Care.
As a collective, the team holds significant strategic and commercial importance within the organisation.
Key responsibilities…
Reporting to both the Strategic Commissioning Manager and the Senior Commissioners within the team you will:
manage a portfolio of projects to deliver to the project plan, facilitating project groups to ensure accountability and the completion of timely objectives
have responsibility for significant high value projects and commissioning strategies, overseeing change management and contract management
ensure a portfolio of contracts deliver according to specification, responding proactively to provider under-performance
draft decision and review papers that include clear options appraisals and recommendations which demonstrate your analytical and critical thinking
form strong relationships and working partnerships to assist in the strategic development of service and deliver value for money solutions
Please check the vacancy's page for a list of our staff benefits.
Interview date
Interviews will be held on 28th April 2026.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask amny questions about this role, please contact:
Ben Sladden, Strategic Commissioning Manager - ben.sladden@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please
Join us as an Adults Commissioner on a fixed‑term 18‑month contract, contributing to crucial work within Adults Strategic Commissioning as part of a well‑established and respected team.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed, where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and working from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying. Search ‘secondment policy’ on the intranet for more information.
About you...
Working predominantly from home, we are seeking a passionate and motivated individual who can support the People Directorate to achieve the best outcomes and value for money. You will deliver a broad range of activities across all stages of the commissioning cycle and take on varied, complex tasks, working both independently and collaboratively as part of the team.
You will be a skilled and influential communicator, with effective problem-solving and project management skills. By being a life-long learner, with a passion for achieving the best outcomes, your work will instil confidence, trust and credibility.
About the team...
You will be joining a supportive and well‑established team that collaborates closely with colleagues at every level. The team works together to critically assess current provision, shape future services, mobilise effective solutions and manage change within Social Care.
As a collective, the team holds significant strategic and commercial importance within the organisation.
Key responsibilities…
Reporting to both the Strategic Commissioning Manager and the Senior Commissioners within the team you will:
manage a portfolio of projects to deliver to the project plan, facilitating project groups to ensure accountability and the completion of timely objectives
have responsibility for significant high value projects and commissioning strategies, overseeing change management and contract management
ensure a portfolio of contracts deliver according to specification, responding proactively to provider under-performance
draft decision and review papers that include clear options appraisals and recommendations which demonstrate your analytical and critical thinking
form strong relationships and working partnerships to assist in the strategic development of service and deliver value for money solutions
Please check the vacancy's page for a list of our staff benefits.
Interview date
Interviews will be held on 28th April 2026.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask amny questions about this role, please contact:
Ben Sladden, Strategic Commissioning Manager - ben.sladden@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please
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