Job Description

Interim Strategic Commissioner

Adult Social Care – Strategic Commissioning

Hybrid (2 days per week on site)

£500 per day (Umbrella) (£370 PAYE per day)

Full-time – 37 hours per week

Initial contract: 3 months

About the Role

Slough Borough Council is seeking an experienced Interim Strategic Commissioner (Prevention & Carers) to join the Adult Social Care Strategic Commissioning team on a short-term basis.

This is a key strategic role focused on shaping and delivering two priority areas:

Developing and leading the Prevention Strategy, strengthening early intervention, independence, and community-based support

Leading the creation and delivery of an All-Age Carers Strategy, ensuring unpaid carers across Slough are identified, valued, and effectively supportedYou will also provide line management and supervision for two team members, supporting delivery across both workstreams.

Key Responsibilities Prevention Strategy

Lead cross-council collaboration with Housing, Public Health, ICBs, and VCSE partners

Develop a system-wide approach to prevention: preventing, reducing, and delaying care needs

Strengthen community and voluntary sector partnerships

Use data and insight to understand demand and target resources effectively

Maximise impact of prevention and early intervention services

Ensure effective use of funding streams (e.g. BCF, Public Health, DFGs)

Drive smarter investment decisions and reduce service duplicationCarers Strategy

Co-produce an All-Age Carers Strategy with key partners

Improve identification, recognition, and support for unpaid carers

Strengthen cross-sector collaboration and information sharing

Enhance access to support, guidance, and wellbeing services

Build stronger community, education, and employer engagement networksAbout You We are looking for a highly experienced strategic commissioner with:

Strong background in Adult Social Care commissioning

Proven experience working with or within the VCSE sector

Deep understanding of prevention, early intervention, and carers services

Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership skills

Ability to operate at a systems level and translate strategy into delivery

Strong leadership and team management experienceDetails

Location: Slough (hybrid – 2 days on site per week)

Rate: £500 per day (Umbrella)

Contract: 3 months initially

Hours: 37 per week

Start: Immediate / ASAP