SPECIALIST COMMISSIONING DEPUTY MANAGER

Date: 2 Jun 2025
Job Location:Gloucester

This is a Gloucestershire County Council job.

• Job Title: Specialist Commissioning Deputy Manager
• Job Location: Shire Hall, Block 4, 3rd Floor
• Salary: £52,265 - £56,050 per annum
• Hours per Week: 37.00
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Closing Date: 08/06/2025
• Job Requisition Number: 11382
• This post is not open to job share

ABOUT US

For all your hard work, you will receive the following;

• Flexible and agile working opportunities - it is possible to perform this role remotely, although we expect a certain level of office attendance too (especially towards the start). If you are interested in working remotely, we can provide more details.
• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service
• Family friendly employer offering benefits to help support you and your family
• Career development and qualification opportunities
• Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
• Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
• An in-house Occupational Health service
• Employee discount scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network. Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C’s apply)

An exciting opportunity has become available to work in the Specialist Commissioning Team for Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The team makes a significant and positive impact on the lives of Children and Young People and their families. By working directly with schools and various professionals, you can contribute to ensuring that Children and Young People receive appropriate support and opportunities for their development and learning.
Being part of the Specialist Commissioning Team gives you the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, such as educators, social workers, healthcare professionals and policy makers. This interdisciplinary approach fosters a stimulating work environment, enabling you to gain valuable insights, share expertise, and develop your own professional network.
The overall purpose of this role is to deputise for the SEND Sufficiency and Development Service Manager and lead the team operationally.