Director of Adult Social Care Commissioning (Full Time)

Jobs Director of Adult Social Care Commissioning Salary

£130,000 per annum

Expires

27/11/2026

Location

Tower Hamlets, London (Greater)

Job Type

Full Time

Tower Hamlets is committed to helping people live independent, fulfilling lives and ensuring residents can access high-quality health and care services when they need them most.

We are seeking an outstanding Director of Adult Social Care Commissioning to lead our approach to integrated commissioning, market development and partnership delivery across adult social care and health services. Reporting to the Corporate Director of Health, Adults and Community, you will play a critical role in shaping future services, improving outcomes and ensuring long-term sustainability.

About the Role
This is a significant leadership position responsible for system-wide commissioning, market stewardship and integrated service development across adult social care.

You will lead commissioning across the full pathway, including assessment, hospital discharge, safeguarding, reablement, occupational therapy, assistive technology, brokerage, direct payments and specialist services. You will also serve as the Council's commissioning lead within the Tower Hamlets Together partnership, helping to deliver integrated and outcomes-focused services for residents.

This role includes:
Strategic Commissioning Leadership Leading the development of innovative, outcomes-focused commissioning strategies.
Integrated Health and Care Partnerships Working across organisational boundaries to create joined-up services for residents.
Market Development and Quality Assurance Shaping sustainable care markets and driving service quality and performance.
Financial Stewardship Overseeing substantial integrated and pooled budgets, ensuring value for money and effective governance.
Improving Outcomes Driving innovation and continuous improvement for vulnerable adults, carers and families.

About You
We are seeking a strategic and influential leader with:

• Significant experience leading commissioning or adult social care services.
• A strong understanding of integrated health and care systems.
• Experience managing large budgets and delivering sustainable transformation.
• A track record of developing effective partnerships across organisational boundaries.
• Strong political awareness and stakeholder management skills.
• A commitment to person-centred, strengths-based approaches.
• A passion for improving outcomes for residents and communities.

Why Tower Hamlets?

This is an opportunity to influence how health and care services are designed, commissioned and delivered across a complex and ambitious system. Your leadership will directly impact the lives of residents and help shape future models of care in one of London's most diverse boroughs.

Our Values
Our council is a beacon for diversity and inclusion. We want a borough where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive, and a council that works collaboratively to deliver the very best outcomes for residents.

That's why we look for leaders who embody our TOWER values of Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respectful.

For more information or a confidential discussion please contact our retained consultant Helen Alwell at Tile Hill via , or Anita Denton ,

Company: Tower Hamlets London Borough Council

Salary: £130,000 per annum

Location: Tower Hamlets, London (Greater)

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Corporate Management Team

Sector: Health and Social Care

Job Role: Director