- Salary
- £500 – £600
- Workplace
- Hybrid, Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Vincere
Description
Head of Start Well Commissioning (Children’s)
London - Hybrid (1-2 days onsite per week)
6-month contract (potential to extend)
£500–£600 per day
Start: ASAP
Interviews will be held within the week so get in touch to apply ASAP.
An exciting opportunity for an experienced senior leader within a dynamic commissioning team jointly funded by the council & ICB
You will lead a programme focused on integrated commissioning for children and families, driving innovation, transformation, and prevention across health and local government services.
Your key responsibilities as Head of Start Well Commissioning:
- Provide strategic leadership in developing integrated pathways and commissioning strategies.
- Champion co-production and ensure the voice of residents is central to service design.
- Translate national, regional, and local policy into effective local service transformation.
- Lead on prevention and early intervention initiatives across health and council services.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the council, health system, and partnership
- Manage programme budgets, ensuring value for money and financial sustainability.
- Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Use data and analytics to inform decision-making and develop compelling business cases.
- Plan and deliver complex programmes using recognised project management methodologies.
Your required experience as Head of Start Well Commissioning:
- Proven experience operating at Head of Service level in Children’s Commissioning
- Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Expertise in policy translation, service transformation, and programme delivery.
- Financial acumen and experience managing significant budgets.
- High-level analytical skills and experience using data to drive change.
- Knowledge of project management tools and techniques (e.g., PRINCE2, MSP).Full references for the past 5 years and an Enhanced DBS
- Social care qualification desirable but not essential.
If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact me on 0117 3137110 or apply today.
(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact)
Recruiting decisions are based on experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.
