Senior Integrated Commissioning Manager Review

I manage the contracts for Nursing Homes and Homecare Providers across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire and ensure that they are delivering as they are commissioned to do. I am equally responsible for taking contractual action where required. I also lead Procurement exercises across this area of work. This is from service development through to contract award.

I have been given the opportunity to take part in a Level 6 Apprenticeship alongside my role within the CCG. This is something I have always wanted to do. Within this I am being given the opportunity to develop in many areas by trying something new, but also by developing in things I already undertake.

I am thoroughly enjoying the CMDA and the challenges that it is providing. As a full time working mature student it is without a doubt very hard work, but I have the support of both my family and the team at work which makes a huge difference. I am performing better than I could have hoped for and will continue to aim for that level.

We were provided with a 2 day induction which although was quite intense it was needed and it equipped us with the information and knowledge we needed to start the programme. The programme is very well organised and all of the staff are very visible and supportive. They offer catch ups and tutorials to all students which can provide the reassurance needed.

My manager has been more than supportive of me, ensuring that I plan my off the job time into my diary. They have also been helpful when identifying pieces of work that I could get involved in to meet the requirements of my apprenticeship. HR were also very helpful with explaining what the programme would involve and helping with the application process.

Anything that a student needs is not too much trouble for the staff at MMU. They have been more than willing to answer questions more than once, provide reassurance to all students and ensure that we are comfortable with what we are being asked to do. The tutors are so knowledgeable and could not be more supportive.

This programme has certainly provided me with skills that I can use in my day to day role. Not only that but skills I can share with my team. I have been able to learn new theory and be able to put that into practice at work which in turn has enabled me to perform better.

Currently there are very few extra activities to undertake at work. However I am very conscious of the need to relax and to have 'down time' I have a number of hobbies at home and also as a team we arrange regular outings outside of work to catch up in a non work environment and to relax.

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I have worked within this organisation for 11 years and I am incredibly passionate about what I do. Every day is different and never predicable. Job roles evolve depending on the need of the population which requires staff to be adaptable. It is an organisation that provides a challenging and changing environment.

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