Overview

Lead the Future of Adult Support in Walsall

Walsall Council is investing in a bold new 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 – Live Well to lead commissioning for adults aged 14–65, including learning disabilities, mental health, housing support, employment, and unpaid carers. This is a key leadership role in our integrated commissioning team, working closely with health, housing, and voluntary sector partners to deliver innovative, person-centred support that promotes independence and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning for adults with complex needs, including mental health and learning disabilities.
• Develop and implement an All-Age Carers Strategy.
• Shape services that promote early help, prevention, and community-based support.
• Analyse data and market capacity to inform future service models.
• Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate across sectors to deliver integrated, impactful support.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Proven experience in adult social care commissioning.
• Strong understanding of community development and partnership working.
• 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 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 our colleagues at Tile Hill: Anita Denton 07725 554 802 (anita.denton@tile-hill.co.uk) or Helen Alwell 07931 543 313 (helen.alwell@tile-hill.co.uk).

How to apply

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Sunday 19th October

To apply please click the Apply Now text below.