Job Introduction
Children's Commissioning Officer
Are you ready to make a positive difference?
We are looking for an ambitious and positive Commissioning Officer to join our People Commissioning Service. This role is for:
Children's Commissioning Officer – Working in the Children in Care and Care Leavers Team (1.0 FTE)
This is your chance to commission services that truly matter for the people of Bradford. This role is at the heart of the People Commissioning Service, building relationships and providing commissioning and contract management functions for Adult Social Care, Children's Services and Public Health. We are committed to investing in our staff, to co-producing services with the people who use them and developing and improving services for our communities in Bradford.
We are looking for someone who is a creative thinker and problem solver, who can manage projects, communicate with a wide range of people, and write well. Commissioning or relevant experience is preferred.
The main responsibilities of this role:
- To support delivery of commissioning and policy plans to implement strategic priorities within budget.
- To report on commissioning issues and make recommendations for action.
- To help determine through research, intelligence and evaluation of changing service patterns, requirements for service changes. To identify information flows and requirements to inform commissioning priorities and to underpin the development of future service requirements.
- To assist in the joint commissioning of services with health colleagues, other Council Directorates, independent and voluntary sectors to ensure a “whole systems” approach to service development and the implementation and use of Health Act flexibilities where appropriate.
- To work with others to monitor and evaluate services and their performance against specific outcomes and objectives to achieve the best possible standards of service and value for money.
- Support the development of service level agreements and/or service specifications for contracts with suppliers and commissioning team members.
- To develop effective arrangements for service user, carer and voluntary sector consultation and their participation in service planning and review.
- To contribute to the development of the market.
- To contribute to working groups/project teams as appropriate and to manage particular projects and service developments in partnership with managers.
- To keep abreast of policies, procedures, evidence of effectiveness, government guidance and legislation related to adult commissioning and to ensure implementation of national guidance across the Department’s areas of responsibility.
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to improve outcomes for the people of Bradford.
- A supportive, collaborative team environment with strong partnership working.
- Competitive terms and conditions, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our team and would like some further information, please contact Tahira Parveen on tahira.parveen@bradford.gov.uk
Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 20th July 2026.
A basic check with the Disclosure and Barring Service will be sought for all appointees to this post.
Employee offer
Why work for Bradford Council? Find out why by taking a look at Our Employee Offer.pdf
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to support your application, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
The RESPECT Allyship Programme is available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members.
