Commissioning Lead
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Wiltshire Council Commissioning Lead
The closing date is 26 September 2026
Job summary
WE ARE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS DIRECT ON NHS JOBS. IF YOU WISH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROLE PLEASE APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE
Salary: £46,142 - £48,226 per annum
Hours per week: 37 hours
Interview date: 07 October 2026
We are looking for an experienced and strategic commissioning professional to join Wiltshire Council's Adults Strategic Commissioning Team as a Commissioning Lead. You will lead complex and high-risk joint commissioning, recommissioning and strategy programmes across the Adult Social Care portfolio, developing commissioning and procurement approaches that deliver high-quality, sustainable services and improved outcomes for Wiltshire residents.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will bring extensive commissioning experience, with a proven ability to lead complex projects, manage significant risks, influence senior stakeholders and operate confidently across different organisational teams. You will provide leadership and oversight to commissioning officers, offer constructive challenge and support, and act as a key link between Strategic Commissioning, senior leaders and partners to drive service improvement and transformation.
If you are passionate about creating joined-up services that support people throughout their lives and have the leadership skills to drive change, we would love to hear from you.
About us
Why us
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here
Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customerfacing roles work entirely from their service location.
We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.
Contact details
Hollie Pearson, Service Manager, at [email protected]
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Application criteria
Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply.
We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.
Details
Date posted
26 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£46,142 to £48,226 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
F0041-26-0034
Job locations
County Hall
Bythesea Rd
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
BA14 8JN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Experience
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Desirable
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Experience
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Desirable
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Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Wiltshire Council
Address
County Hall
Bythesea Rd
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
BA14 8JN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Wiltshire Council
Address
County Hall
Bythesea Rd
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
BA14 8JN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Service Manager
Hollie Pearson
Details
Date posted
26 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£46,142 to £48,226 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
F0041-26-0034
Job locations
County Hall
Bythesea Rd
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
BA14 8JN
United Kingdom
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