Interim Senior Commissioning Manager (Adult Social Care)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Interim Senior Commissioning Manager to lead the Adult Social Care Contracts Team during a period of organisational change. The role is hands‑on, providing operational stability while driving improvements in contract management, provider performance and governance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day operational management of the Adult Social Care Contracts Team.
• Oversee provider performance, contractual compliance and risk in line with the Contract Management Framework.
• Ensure accurate recording of contract activity across contract management systems.
• Manage escalated provider and contractual issues, coordinating responses with commissioning, brokerage, finance and operational teams.
• Provide line management, including supervision, one‑to‑one meetings and team development.
• Support preparation for the upcoming Local Government Reorganisation by strengthening processes, governance and performance reporting.

Required profile

• Significant experience in commissioning, contract management or provider oversight within Adult Social Care or a similar public‑sector environment.
• Strong understanding of contract management frameworks, governance, compliance and risk.
• Proven leadership experience with line‑management responsibility.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £38.64 (umbrella).
• Hybrid working – three days per week in the Gloucestershire office.
• Short‑term contract (3–4 months) providing exposure to senior leadership in adult social care.