Head of Commissioning - Live Well
(Salary: Up to £92,483)
Lead the Future of Adult Support in Walsall
Walsall Council is investing in a bold new commissioning model that puts people and place at the heart of service design. As part of this transformation, we’re recruiting a Head of Commissioning – Live Well to lead commissioning for adults aged 14–65, including learning disabilities, mental health, housing support, employment, and unpaid carers.
This is a key leadership role in our integrated commissioning team, working closely with health, housing, and voluntary sector partners to deliver innovative, person-centred support that promotes independence and wellbeing.
What You’ll Do:
Lead commissioning for adults with complex needs, including mental health and learning disabilities.
Develop and implement an All-Age Carers Strategy.
Shape services that promote early help, prevention, and community based support.
Analyse data and market capacity to inform future service models.
Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Collaborate across sectors to deliver integrated, impactful support.
We’re seeking a strategic, collaborative leader with:
Proven experience in adult social care commissioning.
Strong understanding of community development and partnership working.
Ability to lead transformation and deliver measurable outcomes.
Commercial acumen and a focus on value for money.
A commitment to inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Why Walsall?
Transformational Vision: Be part of a newly invested commissioning team.
Collaborative Culture: Work across health, housing, and community sectors.
Impactful Work: Shape services that support independence and wellbeing.
Supportive Environment: Hybrid working and a culture of development and inclusion.
This is a unique opportunity to lead change and make a lasting difference in the lives of Walsall residents.
For a confidential discussion, please contact our colleagues at Tile Hill, Anita Denton 07725 554 802 (anita.denton@tile-hill.co.uk) or Helen Alwell 07931 543 313 (helen.alwell@tile-hill.co.uk)
Closing date for applications: Midnight, Sunday 19th October
Kerrie Allward - Executive Director Adult Social Care and Health
Kerrie is the Executive Director of Adult Social Care and Public Health.
Kerrie started with the Council on 29th February 2016 (a leap year) so she has only had one work anniversary, but she has actually been in Walsall for nearly 7 years. She started as the Director of Commissioning and moved to become Executive Director in May 2020.
Kerrie is a qualified social worker with over 25 years of working in health and social care, with 15 years of senior and strategic management working in both health and social care organisations. This is within operational delivery, commissioning and programme management roles
When asked how she likes to relax, Kerrie said 'I ought to lie as Public Health sits in my portfolio, but I love to relax with a glass of wine and a good book – most preferably in a tropical climate.'
More information about Kerrie is available on her LinkedIn page here.
For a confidential discussion about any of the advertised roles, please contact our recruitment partners, Tile Hill, who will be happy to answer any questions that are not covered within this microsite, contact details can be found on each page relating to each role.