Commissioning and Contracts Support Officer
Commissioning and Contracts Support Officer
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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council Endeavour House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2BX - Hybrid
- 27711 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- 37 hours - Flexible working options available
- Post 1: Fixed Term or Secondment for up to 8 months
- Post 2: Fixed term or Secondment for up to 9 months
As a modern flexible and effective organisation were driven to make a positive difference to the environment the communities we serve and the careers of our people. Thats why when you join us as a Commissioning and Contracts Support Officer youll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to ensure effective co-production of service vision strategy and delivery plans through engagement with social work teams commissioning partners service users suppliers and delivery partners.
- Work to support with undertaking market research using a range of different approaches.
- Be actively involved in setting up and supporting the management of contract management processes in accordance with Suffolk County Council Contract Management guidelines.
- Support the establishment of administrative systems for effective reporting on contractors experience based on the contract risk profile scope and importance.
You will need
- Experience and skills in supporting the business of Adult Social Care or a similar organisation.
- Good IT skills across a range of programmes/ systems such as Excel or LAS.
- Skills to research and resolve problems.
- Skills in developing systems and providing team support.
- Knowledge of the social care business gained through previous experience education and/or training.
- Experience of successfully communicating with service providers social care teams and/or other professionals.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
Commissioning and contracts teams operate in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. These teams must remain agile - balancing strategic commissioning activities with the routine methodical management of contracts - while also being flexible enough to respond quickly to opportunities and challenges in the local market. As part of the Care Market Hub or the Supported Housing and Day Opportunities teams within the Strategic Planning and Resources Team youll contribute to this dynamic work. The team is based at Endeavour House in Ipswich working from the office twice a week and adopting a hybrid working model for the remainder of the week.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report ().
For more information
Post 1: Please contact Hazel Smith (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by either calling 0or emailing .
Post 2: Please contact Amy Rowntree (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling 0or emailing
If you want to apply for a secondment read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
- Tell me about a situation where you had to manage multiple administrative tasks with competing deadlines. How did you prioritise your workload and ensure quality wasnt compromised
- Tell me about a time when you identified a problem in a system or process you were supporting. How did you investigate the issue and what solution did you implement
- Give me an example of when you had to find a creative solution to overcome a barrier or challenge in your work. What was your approach and what was the result
- Describe a situation where you had to quickly learn new skills or knowledge to support your role. How did you approach this learning and apply it in practice
Please note: Without a supporting statement your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability please contact us at 0 or
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling 0. If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 7 July 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
