Commissioning & Delivery Lead
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £63,966 - £66,378 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Morden, SM4 5DX |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 7 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 21 Aug 2026 |
Summary
The Commissioning & Delivery Lead for Technology Enabled Care (TEC) & Digital Innovation is responsible for leading the strategic commissioning, development and delivery of care technology services, ensuring residents are enabled to live as independently as possible in their own homes for as long as they are able. The post holder will lead the development and implementation of a Care Technology Strategy and multi-year roadmap, driving cultural and operational change across Adult Social Care to embed technology enabled care as a core part of service delivery. The role involves close partnership working with operational teams, commissioners, digital services, the in-house telecare service, external providers and health partners to ensure high-quality, efficient and outcomes-focused services. The post holder will provide strong contract and performance management, ensuring delivery of agreed outcomes, service efficiencies and value for money. The role will operate across Adult Social Care and Digital Services. [Commission...rofile (2) | Word] Key responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Commissioning Lead the commissioning and strategic development of care technology services across Adult Social Care. Develop, implement and regularly review the Council's Care Technology Strategy and associated delivery roadmap. Act as the Council's lead commissioner for care technology, providing specialist advice on innovation, emerging technologies and opportunities to improve outcomes for residents. Ensure commissioning activity aligns with Adult Social Care priorities, prevention strategies and strengths-based practice. [Commission...rofile (2) | Word] Service Transformation and Cultural Change Lead programmes of service transformation to embed technology enabled care within routine practice. Work with operational managers and practitioners to redesign pathways and models of care. Promote innovation, continuous improvement and the adoption of new technologies across services. Support staff, partners and providers to develop confidence and capability in the use of care technology solutions. Service Delivery and Performance Work closely with the in-house telecare service to modernise and develop services. Ensure care technology services are safe, effective, responsive and sustainable. Monitor delivery against agreed objectives, quality standards and performance indicators. Drive service improvements and ensure benefits realisation from commissioning and transformation activity. Contract and Partnership Management Lead contract management arrangements for care technology services and suppliers. Maintain effective relationships with providers, health partners and key stakeholders. Oversee quality assurance, risk management and performance monitoring arrangements. Address service issues and performance concerns through appropriate governance routes. Financial Management Manage budgets associated with care technology services, ensuring effective financial control and value for money. Identify opportunities for efficiencies, service improvements and cost avoidance. Support the development of business cases and the identification of external funding opportunities. General Contribute to the achievement of organisational priorities and strategic objectives. Maintain a strong focus on resident outcomes, equality, inclusion and continuous improvement. Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level and responsibilities of the post.