SEN Commissioning Officer

Job Title: SEND Commissioning Officer

Location: Southwest Local Authority, Remote/Hybrid (with occasional travel as required)

Contract: Until February 2026 (with potential for extension)

Rate: Negotiable, based on experience

We are seeking an experienced SEND Commissioning Officer to join a dynamic commissioning team within a local authority. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on the commissioning and procurement of SEND services across education, social care, and health.
• Analyse needs, market capacity, and performance to develop robust commissioning strategies and service models.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to co-produce solutions and drive innovation in service delivery.
• Monitor provider performance, ensuring value for money and improved outcomes for children and young people.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice.

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience in commissioning within a local authority setting.
• Strong background in SEND, education, or social care services.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership working skills.
• Ability to analyse data and performance metrics to inform commissioning decisions.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and relevant legislation.

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?

Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.

To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman Pierce.