Commissioning and Contracts Support Officer – Learning Disability, Autism & Mental Health

Lake Champlain Chamber

. Support commissioning, contract management, market management and service improvement activity across Adult Social Care services .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timePreston • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £29,071 - £33,119 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support evidence-based recommendations in commissioning and contract management within Adult Social Care. Maintains high standards of accuracy and effective communication to foster positive relationships with stakeholders and ensure high-quality service outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Commissioning ExperienceContract ManagementAnalytical SkillsOrganisational SkillsCommunication Skills

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Performance MonitoringResearchData AnalysisReport ProductionRisk Management

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingProblem-SolvingPositive AttitudeCommitment to Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

DBS Disclosure

Industry Keywords

Adult Social CareService ImprovementMarket ManagementProvider AssuranceGovernance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support commissioning, contract management, market management and service improvement activity across Adult Social Care services
Support commissioning projects, service reviews and market management through research, analysis and performance monitoring
Work with providers, partners and colleagues to gather intelligence and support service improvement
Help inform commissioning decisions
Assist with provider assurance, contract monitoring and market development activities
Use performance, quality and safeguarding information to identify emerging risks and support appropriate interventions
Maintain provider risk profiles
Produce reports informing governance and decision-making
Collaborate across the Strategic Commissioning & Quality Service and wider directorate
Help ensure information is shared effectively and commissioned services deliver high-quality outcomes for Lancashire residents

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines
High standard of accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with providers, colleagues and stakeholders
Experience using ICT systems, including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel, essential
Analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate information, identify issues and support evidence-based recommendations
Positive attitude and commitment to continuous improvement
Passion for supporting effective services and positive outcomes
Experience within commissioning, contract management, Adult Social Care or a related field advantageous but not essential
Successful applicant required to apply for a DBS disclosure
Supporting statement of 500–1000 words encouraged, demonstrating how essential criteria are met

Benefits

Comp & perks

Range of benefits offered by Lancashire County Council (details referenced on the employer website)
Training and support provided
Hybrid working