Job Introduction
Starting salary for this role is £34,434 (pro rata for part-time colleagues)
This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP.
Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.
Learn more in our ‘More than just a job’ brochure on our careers site.
Our Team:
The Adult Social Care Long-Term Conditions Strategic Commissioning Team is part of the Wellbeing Directorate. Our aim is to shape social care services so that they meet people’s needs and support new, creative ways of working.
Across ASC Commissioning, we’re committed to supporting BCP Council’s Adult Social Care strategy by focusing on strengths-based practice, helping people stay independent for as long as possible, reducing reliance on formal services, and developing community-based support that enables people to live well in their own homes and neighbourhoods.
One of the key responsibilities for ASC Commissioning under the Care Act is to work closely with providers to shape and maintain a diverse, high-quality, and sustainable care market. We build strong relationships with partners, understand market pressures, and support innovation to ensure there is enough flexible and reliable provision to meet current and future needs. This role will directly contribute to meeting our duties in this area.
Role Purpose
We’re looking for an ambitious, motivated and organised Commissioning Officer to join our Adult Social Care Commissioning Team. In this role, you will contribute to the development and delivery of key commissioning priorities, helping to build a sustainable, high‑quality care market.
You will have the opportunity to work across a range of social care services, with a particular focus on leading provider engagement as we implement a new and exciting Provider Engagement Strategic Plan. Central to this work is ensuring that all social care providers are well informed, supported, and actively involved in commissioning activity.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting residential care markets, helping to ensure services remain sustainable, high quality, and responsive to changing demand. You will need to be confident in interpreting data, insights and market trends, and using this information to inform and strengthen commissioning decisions.
We are looking for someone who is confident in building strong, collaborative relationships, and who can effectively represent the Council as a primary point of contact for providers and partners. This is a highly visible role where you will lead on the delivery of provider forums, workshops and engagement events to help improve outcomes for adults.
The Ideal Candidate
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Good understanding of the Adult Social Care sector
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Confident presenting information to large groups in a clear and engaging way
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Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities effectively
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Self-motivated and able to work on your own initiative
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High attention to detail and accuracy in your work
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Ability to interpret, analyse and bring together data and information to support decision-making
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Skilled at building and maintaining effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
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Experience of working collaboratively across teams and services
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Keen and dynamic approach, with a willingness to learn, adapt and drive improvements
At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work.
We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive.
From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need.
It’s why we’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer – and why you can trust that we’ll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer please see here: Preparing for your interview | Working for BCP
About BCP Council
BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
Our Benefits
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At BCP Council, we’re not just building a workforce— we’re transforming how we recognise and reward our people.
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DBS
BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Role Profile for more details.
