Are you an Experienced SEND Commissioning Officer? If so, I may have the role for you.

Hamptons are working with West Northamptonshire Council to find their next interim. 

The Role: Commissioning Officer – Education
The post will support with the commissioning and financial arrangements in the Education Commissioning Function and ensure that appropriate education services and provision are available for children and young people and children and young people with SEND, aged 0-25.
The post must ensure excellent coordination of commissioning activities, including contract and performance monitoring, quality assurance, procurement and associated business processes, that develop services aiming to improve Education Services, such as Alternative provision and SEND services.

– To understand the needs of children and young people with Special Educational Needs, SEMH and Disabilities and their families by collating, managing and analysing complex data, including feedback from service users and consultation with partner agencies 
– To collate and analyse information on contract performance, management and costs. Produce reports to enable the monitoring of performance against individual contracts and key performance indicators.

About You:
– Ability to analyse and interpret data to prepare clear, concise briefing and performance reports for a range of audiences
– Demonstrate effective use of Office 365 (incl. Teams, OneDrive, etc.) or willingness to undertake training during the probation period.
– Ability to negotiate and influence, with excellent communication skills.
– Can demonstrate strong knowledge of SEND / Education, Health or social care sector
– Knowledge of processes and procedures ensuring they are compliant with current legislative framework in standards for AP, SEND and Education to ensure the L.A is fulfilling its statutory duties.

What's On Offer: Up to £350 per day and hybrid working. 

Recruitment Timeline: Applications close 27th August at 4pm. 

To apply, please complete the below form and include an up to date CV. Or for a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Beckie on rebecca@hamptonsresourcing.com or 01926 356542.
Hamptons is passionate about equality, and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant regardless of your individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process