Senior Commissioner - Integration (Fixed term contract for 24 months)

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy.

We have a great opportunity for aSenior Commissioner on a full time, fixed-term basis for 24 months.

(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).

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 arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.

About you ...

As a Senior Commissioner you will have a minimum of two years’ commissioning experience, including experience in managing projects and developing strategies. With excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, you are confident liaising with and building relationships with a range of stakeholders including professionals across different organisations, and service users.

About the team…

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Commissioner to join an Integration Strategic Commissioning Team. We work closely with health partners and other key stakeholders to shape services to best meet the needs of Bracknell Forest residents and ensure value for money. The team manages a range of projects and contracts and oversees the development and delivery of a number of integrated strategies and action plans relating to specific client groups.

Key responsibilities…

• To deliver a range of commissioning activities relating to all aspects of the commissioning cycle in a professional and effective way.
• To undertake work that is highly complex in nature, across a range of activities and build strong professional relationships with all partners.
• To lead on the development of key strategies across the partnership reflecting an integrated approach.
• To provide expert advice and specialist support to senior managers, and colleagues throughout the council and partner organisations, forming strong relationships and acting as a trusted partner in relation to commissioning and strategic development of service areas.
• To work flexibly between the Time Square office and home working, with some attendance at additional sites to meet stakeholders, including some evening meetings.

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.

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 16th and 17th December 2025.

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 any questions about this role, please contact:

Vikki Chance – Better Care Fund Programme Manager – 01344 353264

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.