Overview
Job Description
Salary: £47,141 – £48,227 per annum
Hours per week: 37 hours
Interview date: To be confirmed following shortlisting
Commissioning – Enhancing Outcomes
We have a rare opportunity for an outstanding lead to join our dedicated Commissioning Team as a Commissioning Lead for Inclusion within the Strategic Team.
Our Commissioning Service is responsible for developing a strategic approach to commissioning accommodation and community-based support for children, young people and adults in Wiltshire.
As a Commissioning Lead for Inclusion you will maximise people’s participation in the design and development of services delivered to them and ensure their voices are shared. Ensuring that people with care and support needs have their views communicated and are actively involved in co-producing services. The role holder will work with colleagues from across all sectors including education, health, social care and the third sector. To provide advice and support to enable stakeholders to provide excellent inclusion initiatives, facilitating networking and learning opportunities, enabling better joined up working.
This role focuses on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, helping to shape a care market where everyone is treated with fairness, respect, and dignity. You’ll support individuals who face discrimination, lead diversity workshops, and empower communities, staff, and volunteers to embrace inclusive change. By engaging with a wide range of people-including those who are non-verbal or have communication challenges-you’ll ensure their voices are heard and reflected in Council services.
You’ll support user-led forums such as Autism and Dementia groups, represent community engagement work, and contribute to decision-making boards like the Autism Partnership and Transformation Board. You’ll also create accessible co-production materials, using your expertise to align with local and national policies.
Our ideal candidate will hold a degree in a relevant subject or possess extensive experience in adult social care. Experience in Adults Commissioning and of working with the CQC and other regulatory bodies will be essential alongside a strong understanding of key legislation, such as the Care Act.
Why us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a ‘One Council’ ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here!
Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity .
The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.
For more details, contact Victoria Bayley, Head of Commissioning Specialist Service, at Victoria.bayley@wiltshire.gov.uk .
This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.
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. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion .
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Application process
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