Overview
Commissioning Officer Jobs in Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom at Nottinghamshire County Council
Title: Commissioning Officer
Company: Nottinghamshire County Council
Location: Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom
Salary
£34,434 – £39,152 per annum
Type of vacancy
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
Hours per week
37
Work Base
County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP
Working Arrangements
Hybrid
Job Description / Person Specification
Commissioning Officer JDPS.pdf – 68KB Opens in a new window
Competency Framework
Tier 7b
Number of posts
1
Interview date
3 July 2026
Closing Date
23 June 2026 23:55
The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.
Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to serving our community with compassion and commitment. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families across Nottinghamshire.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Commissioning Officer to join our dynamic Commissioning & Placements Group within Children, Families and Cultural Services. This pivotal role focuses on the commissioning, procurement, and financial management of education, care, and support placements for children and young people aged 0–25 with Special Educational Needs, Disabilities, SEMH needs, and complex support requirements.
As a Commissioning Officer, Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Collaborating with education, social care, health colleagues, providers, and families to secure safe, suitable, and value-for-money provisions.
- Responding to placement requests and sharing accurate information with providers.
- Monitoring commissioned services and supporting budget management.
- Analysing complex data to inform decision-making and contribute to service improvement.
- Building strong partnerships to enhance service delivery and outcomes.
To Succeed In This Role, You Will Need
- A degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant area.
- Strong knowledge of SEND, safeguarding, procurement, and budget monitoring.
- Proven experience in strategic or operational commissioning within a local authority, health, or housing setting.
We Are Looking For Someone Who Demonstrates
- Excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
- Strong analytical and data interpretation abilities.
- A solution-focused and organised approach to challenges.
- A commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children, young people, and families.
At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer
- A place to belong: a friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- A supportive environment that prioritises your wellbeing and work-life balance.
- A chance to make a real impact in your community.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be a vital part of our community! If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply today!
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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Karl Halle-Dry on 01159772146 or by email [email protected].
Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.
A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
