Senior Placement Officer

Cheshire East Council; Crewe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire East Council is seeking a Senior Placement Officer for its Children's Services Commissioning and Placements team in Crewe. You will work with social workers, providers and partners to secure placements that meet each child’s needs, ensuring safe and nurturing environments where children can thrive.

The role emphasizes organised, resilient and determined professionals who can deliver high-quality placement solutions and maintain a focus on value for money and continuous service

Qualifications

• Experience identifying and securing high-quality placements for children.
• Ability to work with social workers, providers and partner agencies.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure high-quality placements that meet individual needs of children and young people.
• Collaborate closely with social workers, providers and partner agencies to secure suitable options.
• Contribute to effective placement solutions, ensuring stability and value for money while prioritising quality.

Skills

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Resilience

Communication skills

Job description

Do you have the skills and determination to help secure the right homes and support for children and young people? We're looking for a Senior Placement Officer to join our Children's Services Commissioning and Placements team and play a vital role in achieving the best possible outcomes for children in our care.

This rewarding role sits at the heart of service delivery, working closely with social workers, providers and partner agencies to identify and secure high-quality placements that meet the individual needs of children and young people. You'll use your experience, knowledge and relationship-building skills to help ensure children are placed in safe, supportive and nurturing environments where they can thrive.

As part of our ambitious improvement journey and continued investment in Children's Services, you'll contribute to delivering effective placement solutions, supporting stability for children and helping us achieve value for money while maintaining a relentless focus on quality. You'll also work collaboratively with colleagues across the service to respond to changing needs and find creative solutions for some of our most vulnerable children and young people.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, resilient and passionate about making a difference. If you want to be part of a team that is committed to improving outcomes for children and families across Cheshire East, we'd love to hear from you.