Commissioning Officer Ref CH07825

Commissioning Officer - Ref: CH07825

G7 Salary Range: 35412 -38220

Contract: Full-Time 37 Hours

Join Our Childrens Commissioning Team in Walsall

Are you looking to start or develop your career in commissioning and make a real difference for children young people and families in Walsall

We are expanding our Childrens Commissioning Team and have an exciting opportunity for a Commissioning Officer to support the delivery of high-quality services. This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills an eye for detail and a passion for improving outcomes in the community.

Areas of Focus:

The Childrens Commissioning Team portfolio supports Early Intervention and Communities Targeted Family Help and Care Lifelong Learning Inclusion Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Our current portfolio of work includes placements and services for Children in Our Care Alternative Provision Family Hubs Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Short Breaks for children with disabilities Youth Justice support and Family Help initiatives.

As Commissioning Officer you will also play a key role in supporting the team in delivering a broad range of initiatives across our diverse portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Commissioning Officer you will:

• Support Commissioning Managers in delivering planned commissioning activities across the full commissioning cycle.
• Assist in developing service specifications contracts and monitoring arrangements.
• Gather and analyse data to inform commissioning decisions and ensure services meet local needs.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partners in health education and social care.
• Help coordinate engagement with providers stakeholders and service users to ensure feedback shapes services.
• Contribute to market development by supporting provider engagement and capacity-building initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports to support decision-making.

About You:

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience in administration project support or service delivery (commissioning experience across the whole cycle is desirable but not essential).
• Is highly organised with good attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Can communicate effectively and build positive working relationships.
• Is confident using data and IT systems to support reporting and analysis.
• Is committed to learning and developing within a commissioning environment.

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and help transform services for children and families we want to hear from you!

View Job Description and Employee Specification

Closing Date: 18^th January 2026

Interview Dates: 29th and 30th January 2026

If you would like an informal conversation around any of these roles please get in touch with either Commissioning Manager: Joanna Butryn or Sally Gamston

Important note: When completing your online application form you will be asked to enter supporting information. You must enter a detailed supporting information statement describing how your skills abilities and experience meet the specific criteria included in the employee specification. If you do not include a supporting information statement you will not be shortlisted.Please also ensure that you complete the work history and qualifications sections of your application form. Please do not add a CV as we do not accept them. Please see ourInformation for Applicants leaflet for further information.

Apply Now and become a part of Walsall Councils mission to create a healthier more resilient community.

For more information and to apply visit our website or contact our HR department. If you would like an informal conversation around any of these roles please get in touch with either: (for roles aligned to Adult Services) or (for Roles aligned to Children Services)

Fluency Statement

This post is covered by the Governments Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.

Disclosure & Barring Service statement

Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children young people and vulnerable adults.