Complex Health Needs Manager

Complex Health Needs Manager

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC621931

Salary Range: £48,948 - £54,423 per annum

Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)

Hours per week: 37 (part time hours will be considered)

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 24 August 2025

Interview Date: 5 or 8 September 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Complex Health Needs Manager to join our Complex Commissioning and Joint Funding Team at Hampshire County Council.

Are you looking for a challenging and diverse role working as part of a friendly and supportive team, with an opportunity to make a real difference?

The Joint Funding Team manage all joint funding arrangements between Children's social care and the Hampshire IOW Integrated Care Board.

The Role:

• Work closely with social care practitioners, and other social care partners to ensure effective identification and support pathways for children with complex health needs.
  Facilitate Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings and promote multi-agency collaboration, particularly during periods of crisis or challenge.

• Negotiate funding agreements with the Integrated Care Board (ICB) to ensure appropriate and sustainable care packages.

• Serve as the initial escalation point for crisis management of joint funded children.

• Representing the team and wider department at strategic workshops and meetings.

• Contribute to the development and refinement of wider team policies and processes to ensure alignment with best practice and statutory requirements.

• Produce, analyse, and distribute reports to inform service planning and performance monitoring for the joint funding team.

What you'll do:

We are seeking a dynamic leader to coordinate and oversee services for individuals with continuing care needs, complex life needs, and those eligible for Section 117 aftercare. This pivotal role ensures effective multi-agency collaboration, proactive crisis management, and robust funding arrangements to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience in commissioning or managing services for individuals with complex needs.

• Understanding of relevant Health and Social Care legislation.

• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Experience in multi-agency work and crisis management.

• Ability to produce and interpret performance data and reports.

• Strong leadership and facilitation skills.

• Ability to write clear and conscious information

• Proactive and able to work autonomously.

• Proficient in the full Microsoft office suite.

Why join us?

• Comprehensive induction programme with all necessary training.

• Commitment to personal development.

• Preparation for future senior-level opportunities.

Our benefits package includes details of the holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi-time scheme, family friendly policies and interest free travel loans and discounts. We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of, where you are empowered to be your best and a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles.

If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!

Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment. Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance.

Additional Information:

Complex Health Needs Manager Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children's Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Jo Kent, Complex Commissioning and Joint Funding Manager on

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

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