Assessment & Placement Manager

Achieve Together; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Achieve Together is seeking a motivated Assessment & Placement Manager to enhance service delivery within their community hub. This role involves conducting assessments, developing strategic relationships, and ensuring high-quality support for individuals in the Learning Disability sector. Employees benefit from a supportive environment and opportunities for career advancement, while engaging in rewarding work that impacts lives positively.

Benefits

Financial health app - Wagestream

Ongoing education and professional growth

Employee welfare initiatives

Access to counseling and mental health programs

Recognition schemes and team events

Employee discount schemes

Staff incentive programs

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for team engagement

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of sector trends and strategic development plans.
• Experience with purchasing systems and commissioning portals.
• Knowledge of legislative and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Complete high-quality initial assessments and present suitable support options.
• Collaborate with fellow APMs to achieve team occupancy targets.
• Network with local Care Managers to identify referral opportunities.

Skills

Understanding of sector trends

Experience with brokerage and commissioning

Knowledge of Learning Disability sector

Job description

Are you looking for a career that makes a real difference? A role with Achieve together might be the perfect opportunity for a long-lasting, rewarding career in the social care sector.

We are seeking team members who are passionate about supporting people, helping our Operations teams deliver excellent care and support, and celebrating achievements.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Assessment & Placement Manager to join our community hub team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation's core operations and ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete high-quality initial assessments for individuals we aim to support, presenting suitable support options aligned with their needs and aspirations.
• Articulate clear outcomes with and for the individual, focusing on providing the best quality support.
• Deliver target occupancy and fee growth across an allocated area.
• Collaborate with fellow APMs to achieve individual and team occupancy targets.
• Develop relationships with families, health, and key stakeholders to promote Achieve together's profile, establishing it as a preferred provider and encouraging referrals.
• Network with local Care Managers and Commissioners to identify referral opportunities and service developments.
• Act as an ambassador for Achieve together, promoting the organisation at events such as Transition Fairs and staying informed about key initiatives.
• Maintain a focus on Achieve together's vision as a specialist provider supporting people to lead happy, healthy, and meaningful lives.

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of sector trends and strategic development plans of purchasers.
• Experience with brokerage, purchasing systems, and commissioning portals.
• Knowledge of the Learning Disability sector, including legislative and CQC regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of the structure of the sector, including residential and supported living settings.
• Knowledge of how local authorities, councils, and ICBs commission and agree on services.

At Achieve together, we see this as more than a job—it's the start of your career journey with us. With 75% of our managers promoted from within, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and reach your full potential. We also offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• Wagestream - a financial health app offering optional pay advances.
• Opportunities for ongoing education and professional growth.
• Employee welfare and wellbeing initiatives.
• Access to counseling services and mental health programs.
• Recognition schemes, team events, and social activities.
• Employee discount schemes across various retailers and services.
• Staff incentive schemes such as Refer a Friend, Employee of the Month, and Heroes Awards.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment valuing employee well-being.
• Opportunities for team building and social engagement.

Apply Now!

Passion for positively shaping lives is as important to us as your experience. We will provide all necessary training and support, building on your existing knowledge. All you need is an appetite for learning and a genuine desire to make a difference. If you're ready to start or continue your career in care with us, we want to hear from you!