Overview

Lead Commissioning for Older Adults in Walsall

Walsall Council is investing in a new, integrated commissioning model that puts people and place at the heart of service design. As part of this transformation, we’re recruiting a Head of Commissioning – Age Well to lead commissioning for older adults, including residential, nursing, and community care, as well as quality improvement and workforce development across the independent sector.

This is a strategic leadership role, working closely with partners across health, housing, and the voluntary sector to deliver high quality, person centred support that promotes independence and wellbeing.

What You’ll Do

• Lead commissioning for older people’s services, including residential and nursing care.
• Drive quality assurance and workforce development across the independent sector.
• Analyse data and market capacity to inform future service models.
• Develop services that promote early help, prevention, and community support.
• Collaborate across sectors to deliver integrated, impactful support.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement.

We’re seeking a strategic, collaborative leader with:

• Proven experience in commissioning for older adults and complex care.
• Strong understanding of partnership working and community development.
• Ability to lead transformation and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Commercial acumen and a focus on value for money.
• A commitment to inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Why Walsall?

• Transformational Vision: Be part of a newly invested commissioning team.
• Collaborative Culture: Work across health, housing, and community sectors.
• Impactful Work: Shape services that support independence and wellbeing.
• Supportive Environment: Hybrid working and a culture of development and inclusion.

This is a unique opportunity to lead change and make a lasting difference in the lives of Walsall’s older residents. You can find out more about Walsall and the Council by visiting www.shapingwalsallsfuture.co.uk

Contact for confidential discussion

For a confidential discussion, please contact Anita Denton on 07725 554 802 or anita.denton@tile-hill.co.uk, or Helen Alwell on 07931 543 313 or helen.alwell@tile-hill.co.uk.

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Sunday 19th October

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.