Social care administrators Work, Jobs in Preston, Lan (with Salaries)

Commissioning and Contract Manager
Lancashire County Council —Preston
- £46,142 - £51,356 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Communication skills
7d
Social Work Integrated Lead - ICAT (Intermediate Care and Assessment Team) | Fylde and Wyre
Lancashire County Council —Fylde
- £51,356 - £55,612 a year
- Full-time
5d
Team Leader
Creative Support —Preston
- Up to £14.25 an hour
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Annual leave
Team Leader
N-compass Towards a Brighter Future Ltd —Preston
- £29,880.90 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
Quick apply
5d
Student Mental Health and Wellbeing Manager
University of Greater Manchester —Bolton
- £50,253 - £58,226 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Continuous improvement
- School
- Annual leave
Team Leader - Young Person's Service Ref: 0163ZN
WithYou —Preston
- £30,900 - £37,080 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
Quick apply
15h
Lead Social Worker
Elysium Healthcare —Warrington
- £49,036 a year
- Full-time
- Care plans
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
16h
Team Manager - Family Help Service
Liverpool City Council —Liverpool
- £56,673 - £62,580 a year
- Employee assistance programme
14d
Commissioning Officer
St. Helens Council —St Helens
- £44,075 - £46,142 a year
6d
Commissioning Officer
St Helens Borough Council —St Helens
- £44,075 - £46,142 a year
- Analysis skills
- Negotiation
6d
District Manager
Change Grow Live —Nelson
- £40,889.21 - £45,583.51 a year
- Supervising experience
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
8d
Senior Commissioning Manager | Full Time
Lancashire County Council —Preston
- £55,612 - £60,147 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- No degree
- Leadership
5d
Shared Lives Officer | Full time |Disability Shared Lives Service| Burnley, Lancashire
Lancashire County Council —Burnley
- £40,777 - £46,142 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
First Contact Team Leader
N-compass Towards a Brighter Future Ltd —Preston
- £29,880.90 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
Quick apply
14d
Social Work Team Manager
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust —Manchester
- £54,495 - £56,289 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
14d
Neurodivergent Lead
Salford Council —Salford
- £54,495 - £56,288 a year
- Communication skills
Team Manager for Children with Disabilities - Children Social Care
Bury Council —Bury
- £52,413 - £53,460 a year
- Full-time
4d
Team Leader - Community Advice Projects
Citizens Advice —Wigan
- £20,800 - £22,800 a year
11d
Living Well Support Service Coordinator-East Lancs
Age UK Lancashire —Blackburn
- £27,306 a year
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Youth Justice Team Manager - WMF2981e
Westmorland & Furness Council —County
- £47,181 - £48,226 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Childcare
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
13d

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Commissioning and Contract Manager

Lancashire County Council -
Preston

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Job details

Full-time
£46,142 - £51,356 a year
7 days ago

Qualifications

Contract management
Analysis skills
Communication skills

Full job description

Salary £46,142 - £51,356 | 37 hours per week | Permanent, Full time | Hybrid | County Hall, Preston

We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Commissioning and Contract Manager to join our Adults, Health and Wellbeing team. This is a key leadership role, shaping strategic commissioning priorities, influencing system-wide improvement and driving high-quality Adult Social Care provision across Lancashire.

You will support the full commissioning cycle, helping to translate strategic priorities into effective service delivery that enables people to live better lives. Working collaboratively with colleagues, partners and providers, you will ensure services are sustainable, person-centred and enable people to live better lives.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will provide leadership across commissioning and contract management activity, shaping sustainable services and influencing system-wide improvement.

Lead the development and delivery of commissioning strategies and service models that improve outcomes and enable people to live better lives.
Build and influence effective relationships with providers, partners and stakeholders to shape the market and support sustainable, high-quality provision.
Provide oversight and challenge on contract performance, driving continuous improvement, value for money and strong governance across commissioned services.
Champion co-production lived experience and partnership working to influence service delivery and deliver person-centred, strengths-based approaches.
Use data, insight, performance and financial information to inform strategic decisions, prioritise resources and support long-term service improvement.
Lead and develop high-performing teams, creating clarity, accountability and a positive culture that supports people to perform at their best and deliver continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking individuals who:

Have experience in commissioning and/or contract management, ideally within Adult Social Care or a related field
Understand the Care Act 2014 and key commissioning principles
Are confident working with a range of stakeholders, building strong relationships and influencing outcomes
Have strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills
Can manage competing priorities and work effectively in a changing environment
Are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred services

Why Join Us?

At Lancashire County Council, you will:

Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking commissioning team
Work in a role where you can make a real impact on people’s lives
Benefit from hybrid working arrangements
Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities

Our Values

We are proud of our values and expect all staff to demonstrate them in their work:

Supportive
Innovative
Respectful
Collaborative

Important Information

This is an essential car user post, and you will be required to travel across the county as part of the role.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.

Person specification and Job description

There are 4 posts available. Two are full-time permanent. 1 is full time fixed term for 12-18 months and 1 full time fixed term till 30th September 2026.

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