Job Ref: 215572351

Date: 2022-01-14 16:25:19

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Overview

Pertemps Recruitment on behalf of Buckinghamshire Council has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and resilient Commissioning Officer to join the Integrated Commissioning Service in their Aylesbury office (HP20 area).

The role involves supporting the Integrated Commissioning Service to deliver a high-quality care sourcing and purchasing function. The post holder will be responsible for purchasing individual packages of care and support for adults on behalf of the council and for adults and children on behalf of the Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG). This will ensure residents with care and support needs have access to appropriate, high quality care which will also provide value for money for the Council and CCG.

We are looking for candidates who are committed to helping us achieve improved resident and service user outcomes and value for money. You will need to have a positive outlook and enjoy working in a fast-paced, sometimes pressured but friendly environment.

About the role

The main purpose of this role is to identify and arrange person centred, cost-effective care and support to meet the needs of a range of customers.
Services will be sourced to meet the needs of each adult or child ("right support")
Services will be sourced in a timely way ("right time")
Services will be cost effective and within the available budget ("right price")The role will include:
Using knowledge of the market and supplier relationships to source quality and cost effective care and support to meet the needs of clients funded by social care and health.
Communicating and negotiating with the supplier market on individual spot placements and block contracts to ensure high quality care is provided at the best possible price for the Council and CCG.
Working in partnership with the key professionals who are involved in the care and support of the vulnerable service users.
Reporting any issues relating to suppliers, including any quality concerns.
Responding to written and telephone enquiries from a range of stakeholders about the care and support purchasing process and progress, including care and support providers, social care and Health professionals (e.g. Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Continuing Health Care Nurses, discharge teams, hospital clinicians), other internal colleagues including commissioning staff, legal, finance and procurement.
Maintaining accurate and succinct records throughout, including inputting financial data onto the Council's IT systems to ensure client charging and provider invoices are correct.
Making sure that individual placement agreements, contractual agreements and purchase orders are completed promptly and accurately.The service operates 7 days a week (9:00 to 5:30 Monday to Thursday and 9:00 to 5:00 Friday to Sunday) so some weekend working will be required on a rota basis.

This is a temporary position for 4 months, though there is potential for this to be extended further. The pay rate is £16.79, and you will be working full time, 37 hours per week (with occasional weekend work).

The Aylesbury office is conveniently situated in the town centre (HP20 area) with great transport links including a local train station and excellent road connections to the M25, M1, M4 and M40

About you

We are looking for self-motivated candidates who takes pride in the quality of their work and want to make a difference to the lives of our most vulnerable residents. The right candidate will have the following knowledge, skills, and experience:
A sound working knowledge of the care market, purchasing tools and approaches as well as operational policies and practice.
Experience in negotiating and purchasing high-cost complex placements and packages of care.
A sound understanding of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in line with current legislation and guidance.
Respectful and valuing attitude to people who are vulnerable and a commitment to improving their life experience.
Well-organised and able to manage caseloads in a fast paced and changing environment.
Thorough working knowledge and practical application of Microsoft Office and related packages. Ability to utilise management information systems such as I-Cares or SAP.
The ability to quickly develop and maintain good relationships with providers and colleagues.
Strong attention to detail in order to maintain accurate records.About us and our Client

As a flexible employee of Pertemps Recruitment Partnership Ltd, you will be joining a Company that holds the distinction of being one of the largest and most successful independent recruitment agencies in the country. Our pioneering spirit and ability to tap into the uniqueness of each individual's talents has enabled us to open doors for our employees, our clients and our applicants too. Our philosophies and rewards are built very much on mutual trust and respect within the style of a partnership in which we hope you will feel both fulfilled and valued as a person

Buckinghamshire Council are a leading Authority with offices in Aylesbury, Amersham and High Wycombe, whose values represent exactly what they are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect:
a fair and inclusive culture
the chance to really make a difference to your local community and those around you
health and well-being initiatives including Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career
opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social eventsOther information
We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.

Apply now or call, text or email the team for further information:

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