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Are you an ambitious and values‑driven commissioning leader ready to make a real, lasting difference to children, young people, adults, and families? We are looking for an exceptional Assistant Director of All Age Commissioning to shape the future of our all‑age health and social care system.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward‑thinking organisation with a clear focus on quality, outcomes, prevention, and partnership working. You will play a pivotal role in transforming services, strengthening our provider market, and delivering better outcomes for our residents.

You will oversee commissioning strategies, market shaping, contract management, and partnership delivery across the whole age-range.

What you’ll bring

• A proven track record of senior leadership in commissioning
• Deep understanding of social care regulations, contract and performance management
• Experience in managing contract compliance, service quality, and commissioning outcomes
• Ability to develop and influence a sustainable, high‑quality provider market.
• Capability to develop integrated commissioning models across health and social care.
• The ability to inspire teams and build trusted relationships across systems

Why join us

This is an opportunity to shape the future of commissioning to improve outcomes for children and adults at a time of significant national reform and local ambition. You’ll join a collaborative, values‑driven organisation that is committed to achieving the very best for our residents.

If you are a strategic and compassionate leader who thrives on challenge and wants to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact:

• Tom Niven on 07860 657044 or email: tom.niven@penna.com 
• Julie Towers on 07764 791736 or email: julie.towers@penna.com

Closing Date for Applications: Midnight, Thursday 16th April 2026

Company: Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council

Salary: £107,521 p.a.

Location: Tameside, Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Corporate Management Team

Sector: Health and Social Care

Job Role: Assistant Director