Job Description
Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.
Introduction
Are you an accomplished negotiator, system convenor or planning lead in a health or social care environment and do and do you want to part of shaping the future of Lewisham’s health and care system by supporting bold, integrated change that prioritises resident wellbeing and helps turn strategic ambition into tangible impact.
What’s the role?
The Delivery Manager for the Better Care Fund leads a change programme to enhance health and wellbeing in Lewisham. The post oversees complex projects, support's local schemes, and ensures policy compliance and Section 75 governance. Strategic planning and cross-sector collaboration are central to the role. Based in the Adult Integrated Commissioning Division, they will be required to connect networks across health and care.
What’s in it for you?
Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Local Government Pension scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
- Season ticket and bicycle loans
- A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
- Supportive staff networks
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a dynamic leader with strong political awareness, negotiating and influencing skills, and the ability to manage complex programmes across diverse stakeholders and virtual teams. The role demands innovation, design thinking, and cross-sector collaboration to deliver ambitious strategies and turn concepts into action. The post holder will work seamlessly across Lewisham Council, Lewisham Care Partnership, and Neighbourhood Integrator groups, driving integration and partnership to maximise the Better Care Fund’s impact. A deep understanding of Lewisham’s population and the importance of relationship-building is vital for success.
Location
The job is primarily based in Laurence House, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.
The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.
Applicant handbook - please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
For an informal discussion about this job, please contact
[email protected] who will set up an informal meeting with Kenneth Gregory, Director - Adult Integrated Commissioning.
Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification
Salary
£62,922 - £67,500 per annum (SMG1)
N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply
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[email protected] and an advisor will be in touch with you.
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