Interim Commissioning Officer

Interim Commissioning Officer older people, carers and sensory needsLocation: Kingston upon ThamesWorking arrangement: Hybrid, with a minimum of one day in the office per week, usually ThursdayContract: 3 6 monthsPAYE: £42.25 per hour or Limited/Umbrella: £55.46 per hourWe are seeking an experienced interim commissioning officer to support adult social care commissioning across older people, unpaid carers and sensory needs services in Kingston.This is an exciting opportunity to lead service improvement projects, transform support for unpaid carers and develop an updated sensory needs support model, while ensuring high-quality services and positive outcomes for residents.Key responsibilities Lead projects to improve carer identification, respite and flexible carer breaks, and proactive crisis planning.Develop, implement and evaluate pilot projects to improve support for unpaid carers.Deliver milestones within the carers contract development plan.Manage contracts and monitor performance across older people s services.Lead the implementation of an updated sensory needs support offer in collaboration with operational teams and community partners.Engage with unpaid carers, voluntary sector organisations, health professionals and other stakeholders to co-design and improve services.Support recommissioning activities, including service specifications, procurement, mobilisation and evaluation.Contribute to wider transformation projects and integrated health and social care pathways. ..... full job details .....