Director of Commissioning – Adults Social Care & Health

Director of Health & Adult Social Care Commissioning
12‑month contract | ASAP start date
Day rate: £850 (Inside IR35 – via umbrella)
Remote/Hybrid working

CVs are being reviewed immediately, and interviews will be taking place week commencing Monday, 6th April 2026.

Are you ready to step into a transformative leadership role? As the Director of Health & Adult Social Care Commissioning, you will be shaping an entire health and care system – driving strategic direction, leading integrated commissioning, and influencing major decisions that affect thousands of lives. Reporting to the Corporate Director, you will take accountability for significant integrated budgets, guide a multidisciplinary commissioning workforce, and act as a system leader across a complex, high‑profile partnership landscape. If you want a role where your vision, pace and authority deliver real impact, you’ll want to read on.
 
Your Role as Director of Health & Adult Social Care Commissioning:

• Lead integrated commissioning strategy across health and social care
  • Drive system-wide transformation aligned to Health & Wellbeing priorities
  • Hold accountability for pooled and integrated budgets
  • Ensure high‑quality, person‑centred services that promote independence
  • Build powerful cross‑sector partnerships to deliver joined‑up care

Your Experience as Director of Health & Adult Social Care Commissioning:

• Senior-level leadership in adult social care commissioning
  • Proven ability to deliver value-for-money, population‑focused services
  • Deep understanding of statutory responsibilities and safeguarding
  • Successful track record in integrated health & care system leadership
  • Expertise in contract management, improvement and performance delivery

 
As the Director of Health & Adult Social Care Commissioning, you’ll shape the culture, priorities, and operational effectiveness of a major social care system, ensuring robust performance, strong financial stewardship, and ambitious continuous improvement. You will work with partners across health, local government and the voluntary sector, champion innovation, and lead a high-performing workforce. This role also includes deputising at the corporate level and contributing to emergency planning and strategic collaboration across the organisation.

If you’re driven by purpose, thrive in complexity, and want to lead integrated commissioning that genuinely changes lives – this is your moment.

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who may be a great fit, please get in touch with Jade Hidderley or Melanie Machin on 0117 313 7110 or apply today.
(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in contact.)

Our clients are passionate about building a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.
 

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