Location
Uxbridge

Hours
Full Time - 36 hours per week

Salary
£64,839 per annum

About the Role
Help shape the future of Adult Social Care in Hillingdon. Are you an experienced commissioner who wants to make a lasting difference to people's lives? Do you thrive on leading change, influencing strategy and turning ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes?

At Hillingdon, one of London's largest and most diverse boroughs, we are transforming Adult Social Care to meet future challenges and opportunities. We are investing in innovative approaches that promote independence, prevent escalation of need, embrace technology and deliver excellent value for residents and taxpayers.

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Commissioner to play a pivotal role in shaping that future. This is far more than a traditional commissioning role. You will be at the forefront of exciting developments in Adult Social Care, leading strategic programmes that influence how services are designed, delivered and experienced across the borough.

Working closely with residents, providers, health partners, the voluntary and community sector, and Council colleagues, you will translate insight and evidence into commissioning solutions that improve lives. You will lead complex transformation programmes, develop innovative service models and help shape a sustainable and resilient care market that can meet future demand.

From Technology Enabled Care and prevention initiatives to market development and service redesign, your work will directly contribute to delivering better outcomes for residents while ensuring resources are used effectively and responsibly.

As a senior member of the Commissioning Team, you will provide strategic leadership across a broad portfolio of adult social care services. You will oversee the development of commissioning strategies, lead complex procurement and transformation activity, and ensure that services remain responsive to changing needs and aspirations.

You will build strong partnerships across health, social care and the wider community, influencing stakeholders at all levels and driving a shared vision for improvement. Your expertise will help shape investment decisions, inform future service models and ensure that commissioned services deliver measurable impact.

The role also offers the opportunity to mentor and support colleagues, helping to develop commissioning capability and foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

At Hillingdon, you will join a high-performing, ambitious and supportive team committed to making a real difference. We value innovation, encourage new ideas and invest in our people. In return, we offer a rewarding career where your work will have visible impact, your professional development will be supported and your contribution will be recognised.

If you are passionate about improving outcomes, shaping services and leading change, we would love to hear from you. Join us and help create the future of Adult Social Care in Hillingdon.

About Us
We value our employees and are committed to ensuring they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career. We offer a wide range of benefits to enhance work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health and professional development including:
- Flexible working hours
- 36 hour workweek for full time staff
- Generous holiday entitlement increasing with length of service
- Discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools
- Salary sacrifice schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional pension contributions
- Cycle to Work scheme with bicycle parking, lockers and showers
- Access to Local Government Pension Scheme and Credit Union membership
- Perkbox benefits offering various discounts
- Mental health support and counselling services with free 24-hour confidential advice
- Travel support including season ticket loans and free car parking
- Trade union membership recognised and supported

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees and applicants are treated fairly. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds and strive to ensure recruitment is free from discrimination and bias. Reasonable adjustments are provided for applicants with disabilities. Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves while contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.

Recruitment Information
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria and choose to opt in. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Some posts require an Enhanced DBS check and 5 years of referencing. Verification of Right to Work in the UK and a new starter health questionnaire are also required.

Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees in the redeployment pool must meet essential criteria to be prioritised.

Due to high volume of applications, the role may close early. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Experience
Proven track record of delivering complex programmes within Adult Social Care, health or a related public sector environment. Experience in strategic leadership, commissioning, procurement, contract management and transformation activity is essential.

About You
Confident operating strategically while focused on practical delivery and tangible outcomes. Skilled at analysing information, identifying opportunities, managing risk and influencing senior stakeholders. Combines commercial awareness with a genuine commitment to improving people's lives. Visionary, energetic and determined to drive meaningful change in a rapidly evolving environment. Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications
A detailed understanding of the Adult Social Care policy landscape is essential. Relevant professional qualifications or equivalent experience in commissioning, procurement or related fields are expected.