Strategic Commissioning Lead — Housing & Supported Living

Company: Nottinghamshire County Council
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

Commissioning Manager for Housing and Supported Accommodation

You will drive strategic commissioning and creative development of a strong pipeline of supported accommodation that meets the needs of people now and in the future. This will include working in partnership with people who draw on care and support, external developers, care providers, strategic partners and cross‑council teams. Enabling homes that can be adapted to people’s needs, establishing communities through housing and supporting access to general needs housing are all key elements in ensuring that everybody has a home in a place they love and is able to do the things they want with people that matter to them. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact!

In This Pivotal Role, You Will

  • Lead the strategic commissioning of supported accommodation for adults who require care and support.
  • Develop the relationships and commissioning strategies to strengthen our pipeline.
  • Manage staff, contracts, and partnerships to uphold strong standards.
  • Conduct joint strategic needs assessments and regular market engagement.
  • Champion co‑production and ensure decisions are shaped by the voices of people who draw on care and support.
  • Monitor performance and create opportunities to drive improvements.

To Thrive In This Role, You Should Possess

  • A degree‑level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field.
  • A solid understanding of adult social care and housing legislation and commissioning and procurement principles.
  • Demonstrable experience of creating supported accommodation and its impact.
  • Strong budgeting and financial analysis skills.
  • Proven experience of procurement, contract management, and quality assurance.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

  • Communicates clearly and effectively with diverse audiences.
  • Analyses complex information to inform decision‑making.
  • Inspires and motivates teams to achieve high performance.
  • Collaborates effectively with partners and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrates resilience and a commitment to improving outcomes for residents.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer

  • A place to belong: A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
  • Work‑life balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your well‑being.
  • Professional growth: Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement.
  • Community connection: Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to making a difference.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to lead change and support your community! If you are ready to make a difference, apply now and join Nottinghamshire County Council in our mission to empower individuals and enhance lives.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Katy Ball on 0115 9772994 or by email katy.ball@nottscc.gov.uk.

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.

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Posted: May 27th, 2026