Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13ce2-8d60-7061-9f20-e23efadf171b/commissioning-officer closed GB open procedure # Commissioning Officer [Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/sandwell-metropolitan-borough-council) Estimated value Not stated Published 10 Sept 2024 Deadline Closed 10 Sept 2024 ## Who can bid - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. ## About this tender Job Title: Commissioning Officer ### Rate of Pay: TBC ### Hours: 30 hours pw Location: Sandwell Council House, Freeth Street, Oldbury, B69 3DE. ### Start Date: TBC Contract type: Agency Brief description: This role involves leading the development, implementation, monitoring, and continuous review of services for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and those in Alternative Provision (AP) within the Sandwell area. The primary objective is to improve outcomes for children and young people by ensuring that the SEND/AP services and provisions meet high standards and effectively address their needs. The role also involves supporting strategic commissioning processes and overseeing the development of specialist SEND places, as well as managing the SEND capital grant. Key Focus Areas: o Service development and redesign to enhance outcomes for children and young people. o Commissioning of high-quality, cost-effective services that meet the needs of children with SEND and those in Alternative Provision. o Developing strong partnerships with service providers, stakeholders, and the community. o Ensuring that services are fit for purpose, align with statutory requirements, and are based on best practices. o Continuous engagement with service users and their families to inform policy and strategy development. Core Values and Principles: o Co-production: Ensuring that the voice of service users and their families is central to service design and delivery. o Best Value: Operating within a framework that prioritizes continuous improvement and excellence. o Inclusivity: Promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within all areas of work. This role requires a strong commitment to improving the lives of children and young people with SEND, through collaborative working, innovative service design, and strategic leadership. Key Responsibilities: - Service Development & Improvement. - Commissioning & Contracting. - Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Development. - Performance Monitoring & Evaluation. - Market Engagement & Development. - Strategic Leadership & Policy Development. Qualification Requirement: - Degree or equivalent recent and relevant experience, plus a recognised management qualification or evidence of continued management development at a senior level. Experience: - Knowledge of developments impacting on the functions of local authorities related to SEND, and the interrelationships between agencies. - Knowledge of current relevant legislation and statutory duties, responsibilities and best practice in the field of SEND. An Enhanced DBS and KCSIE check are required for this role. Please can the agencies send over a CV, 2x up to date references and a copy of Terms and Conditions. You will also need to include your agency on cost details to each submission. Stated rates mu... Additional information: The Quotation Document(s) will be made available to suppliers who Express Interest on the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council Tendering Portal. To access the portal please click the following link [in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc) You will be required to log into an existing account or register a new one. Once logged in, from the top menu bar click on 'Tenders' to list all the current opportunities. Once you have found the relevant opportunity you should click on 'View Details' in order to Express Interest. Closing date for submission of quotations is 10th September 2024 Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No Read full description ## CPV classification Recruitment services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/61d5b9f7-992f-4712-aef8-55c71516c52c) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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