Commissioning Officer - Ref: CH07825 - Walsall - Walsall Council

    Walsall Council
    Walsall Council Walsall

    1 day ago

    £35,412 - £38,220 (GBP) per year
    Description
    Locations Council House Room 41, Walsall, WS1 1TP, GBApply Before 01/18/2026, 11:55 PMJob Schedule Full timeJob Shift StandardAll Year/Term Time Full YearDBS Check Required Basic CheckBPSS Check Required NoEmployment Type PermanentDriving Required NoJob Advert G7

    Salary Range:
    £ 35,412 -38,220Contract: Full-Time, 37 HoursAre you looking to start or develop your career in commissioning and make a real difference for children, young people, and families in Walsall?We are expanding our Children's Commissioning Team and have an exciting opportunity for a Commissioning Officer to support the delivery of high-quality services. This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, an eye for detail, and a passion for improving outcomes in the community.

    Areas of Focus:

    The Children's Commissioning Team portfolio supports Early Intervention and Communities, Targeted Family Help and Care, Lifelong Learning, Inclusion, Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

    Our current portfolio of work includes placements and services for Children in Our Care, Alternative Provision, Family Hubs, Holiday Activities and Food (HAF), Short Breaks for children with disabilities, Youth Justice support, and Family Help initiatives.

    As Commissioning Officer, you will also play a key role in supporting the team in delivering a broad range of initiatives across our diverse portfolio.


    Key Responsibilities:
    As a Commissioning Officer, you will:Support Commissioning Managers in delivering planned commissioning activities across the full commissioning cycle.
    Assist in developing service specifications, contracts, and monitoring arrangements.
    Gather and analyse data to inform commissioning decisions and ensure services meet local needs.
    Work collaboratively with colleagues and partners in health, education, and social care.
    Help coordinate engagement with providers, stakeholders, and service users to ensure feedback shapes services.
    Contribute to market development by supporting provider engagement and capacity-building initiatives.
    Maintain accurate records and prepare reports to support decision-making.


    About You:


    We are looking for someone who:Has experience in administration, project support, or service delivery (commissioning experience across the whole cycle is desirable but not essential).Is highly organised, with good attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

    Can communicate effectively and build positive working relationships.
    Is confident using data and IT systems to support reporting and analysis.
    Is committed to learning and developing within a commissioning environment.


    If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and help transform services for children and families, we want to hear from youInterview Dates: 29th and 30th January 2026Important note: When completing your online application form, you will be asked to enter supporting information.

    You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills, abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification.

    If you do not include a supporting information statement, you will not be shortlisted. Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see ourInformation for Applicants leaflet for further information.
    Apply Now and become a part of Walsall Council's mission to create a healthier, more resilient community.
    For more information and to apply, visit our website or contact our HR department.

    If you would like an informal conversation around any of these roles please get in touch with either:
    (for roles aligned to Adult Services) or (for Roles aligned to Children Services)


    Fluency StatementThis post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers.

    The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

    Disclosure & Barring Service statementWalsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment.

    We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.

    Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults.

    About Us Here at Walsall, we want to attract the best talent.

    That's why - as well as a satisfying and rewarding job - we offer a range of attractive benefits .

    Working arrangements in most jobs are flexible (you may work flexitime, full or part time and job sharing is usually available) and you can expect generous holiday entitlements, a first class pension scheme and plenty of opportunities for training and personal development.

    We advertise vacancies because we want the best talent available. If that's you, we're waiting for your application.

    Living in WalsallPart of the Black Country, famous for its enterprising and industrial past, Walsall is reinventing itself to become a progressive modern community.

    The borough is centred around the major town of Walsall, but also includes five smaller and distinctive district centres (Bloxwich, Aldridge, Willenhall, Darlaston and Brownhills), together with numerous villages.

    Walsall Council is committed to Safer Recruitment.

    To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce.

    Social Work Matters - Children's Social Worker RecruitmentSome of our children require a special kind of support:
    yours. Visit our microsite to find out more about joining Walsall Council as a Children's Social Worker.

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