Head of Commissioning – Adult Social Care & Health – Competitive Pay, Flexible Contract in Uxbridge!
Are you a Social Worker looking for a rewarding locum role in West London? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!
- Job Title: Head of Commissioning – Adult Social Care & Health
- Location: Uxbridge
- Duration: 3 – 6 months ongoing
- Schedule: Mon – Fri, 9 – 5
- Start Date: March 2025
- Rate of Pay: £500 – £600 per day
- Contact: Faieq – 0203 307 8747 / fbashar@hg-mh.com
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Management of the Adults Social Care Commissioning Team, ensuring agreed team plans and performance targets are delivered and that a culture of ‘putting our residents first’ is maintained.
- The Head of Commissioning (ASC&H) will be responsible for the successful delivery of a Social Care Commissioning model and structure to deliver Hillingdon’s Commissioning Strategy.
- A key focus of the Commissioning approach will be promoting health and wellbeing and strengthening early intervention and prevention.
- The post holder will work closely with the council’s partners and providers to develop and enhance innovative social care solutions that are sustainable and ultimately deliver improved outcomes for all residents.
- They will help develop a care market that delivers a wide range of high-quality care and support services that will be available to their communities.
- The post holder will focus on ensuring that residents have access to a range of strength-based services within the local area and that they can access information, advice and guidance to inform decisions about their care and support.
- The role will promote independence and the wellbeing of residents ensuring that our future way of working continues to focus on collaboration, embracing digital technology, and making sure that residents have choice and control over the care and support that is offered to them.
- The post holder will have regular interface with key members of the Corporate Management Team and Cabinet and will work closely with a range of external organisations from the health, independent and voluntary sectors to develop a sustainable, diverse and innovative care and support market that meets the varied needs of the people in Hillingdon and ensures equality and dignity for all.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Previous Head of Comissioning Experience
- Degree or equivalent with evidence of considerable analytical abilities
- Evidence of continued professional, management and personal development
Working Hours & Contract Duration:
This role offers a flexible working position requires availability from Monday – Friday with flexibility where possible. The contract is for 3 to 6 months with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs.
This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Faieq today at 0203 307 8747 or email fbashar@hg-mh.com or click below to apply now.
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Hunter Gatherer Mental Health, incorporating HG Nursing and HG Doctors, is a leading UK recruitment agency for Mental Health Professionals, specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help RMNs, CPNs, Social Workers, Psychologists, and Talking Therapists find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.
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