Job Introduction
The pay range for this role will be £38,220 – £46,142 (pro rata for part time colleagues)
We’re looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward-thinking team.
You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure ]
BCP Council Adult Social Care Commissioning have an exciting opportunity for a permanent post within the Drug & Alcohol Commissioning Team.
This role will play a key role in reducing alcohol-specific harm. You will often work with stakeholders within local authorities and health, work in partnership on the development of strategies and commissioning services to address alcohol-related issues, including looking into alcohol specific deaths
The successful applicant will co-ordinate and drive this aspect of commissioning, with the support of partners, through the process of reviewing and monitoring current provision and identifying what services / provision are needed moving forward, engaging with key partners and people who use services, action planning and service design/redesign.
This post will suit someone who has a background or understanding of working with people with substance use issues or has knowledge around the complexity of individuals accessing services or has previous experience / background of working within health and social care arena or experience of commissioning or transferable skills that support the key activities detailed within the job description.
As a senior commissioning officer, you will be expected to manage your time and workload effectively, show attention to detail and an ability to develop appropriate solutions to challenges in the marketplace and/or commissioning provision. You need to have confidence to engage positively, lead meetings, represent BCP DACT at a local, regional and national level on the substance use agenda, develop strong partnership working opportunities and be able to communicate with a wide variety of audiences.
You will be working in a supportive management and learning environment. There will be opportunities to support or lead on other projects, attend webinars and training to further develop your knowledge and skills in the commissioning and social care sector. BCP DACT are looking for a full time officer Mon - Fri but would welcome applications from individuals who would like part time hours.
If you would like to discuss this post further please contact Karen Wood – Strategic Commissioning Manager for Drugs and Alcohol karen.wood@bcpcouncil.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion.
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
About BCP Council
BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, word-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
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DBS
BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Job Description or Role Profile for more details.
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