Commissioner - Adults (18 month fixed-term contract)

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Please apply online via the link provided.

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

Our benefits…

• 28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days*.
• Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
• Paid employee volunteering scheme.
• Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)
• Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
• Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.

*(pro rata for part time)

Find out more about all our benefits or see the candidate pack.

Our values

At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Reasonable adjustments

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. Find out more about reasonable adjustments.

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