Service Lead - Children's CommissioningWe are seeking a dynamic and experienced commissioner to head up West Berkshire's new Children's Commissioning Service. This is an exciting time to join the Council and you will play a pivotal role in shaping and developing the new service. You will make a real difference to the lives of children and young people in West Berkshire, improving outcomesand delivering meaningful change.The RoleAs Service Lead - Childrens Commissioning, you will be responsible for:Leading the commissioning of high-quality Childrens Social Care, Education and SEND services, including the management of contracts and provider relationships.Ensuring effective needs assessment and market analysis to drive commissioning decisions.Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.Monitoring and reporting on performance, quality, and financial aspects of commissioned services.Contributing to the overall strategic leadership and direction of the Service.The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:Significant experience in commissioning within a childrens services context.Proven ability to lead and manage commissioning teams.Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence a range of individuals.Data-driven decision maker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing.West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the officeAccess to a wide range of training and development opportunitiesGenerous Local Government pension schemeFamily friendly policiesA range of local discountsWellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefitsYou will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 30 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years service.Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.In addition, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative working environment, dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people in West Berkshire.This post is a Sensitive Post for the purpose of the Local Government Housing Act 1989 and the post-holder is therefore restricted from engaging in any prescribed political activities. In summary, this means that you are prohibited from holding political office and from involvement in any political activity within or outside the workplace. Full details of the restrictions can be found in the Councils Policy and Guidance on Politically Restricted Posts.JBRP1_UKTJ