Senior Children's Placements Officer

Brackenberry Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Islington Council in London is seeking an experienced Placement Officer to join its Children Placements Team. The role involves commissioning placements for looked-after children, managing contracts, and negotiating costs to ensure safeguarding and value for money.

Candidates must have direct experience in children's placements commissioning; general social work or personal adviser experience alone is not sufficient.

Qualifications

• Direct experience in children's placements commissioning.
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and regulations.
• Experience with contract management and financial negotiations.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's placement needs and match with appropriate services.
• Manage end-to-end placement commissioning including contracts and cost negotiations.
• Collaborate with social workers to inform placement decisions.
• Review placement quality and monitor provider performance.
• Assess referrals to ensure compliance with commissioning standards.

Skills

Child placements commissioning

Contract management

Safeguarding knowledge

DBS clearance

Education

MCIPS or equivalent commissioning qualification

Job description

Islington Council in London is seeking an experienced Placement Officer to join its Children Placements Team. The role involves commissioning placements for looked-after children, managing contracts, and negotiating costs to ensure safeguarding and value for money.

Candidates must have direct experience in children's placements commissioning; general social work or personal adviser experience alone is not sufficient.