Placement Finding Support Officer

3 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom London Borough of Barking and Dagenham Full time

**About this job**:
The postholder will support the Placement Finding Team with all their administrative tasks. The team are responsible for securing high quality, cost-effective and timely placements for looked after children, children with disabilities and care leavers. The postholder will have the IT, communication, and organisational skills required to support the team with the tasks detailed in this job description. The Placement Finding Team work in a challenging and demanding environment and this post would be a good introduction for any individuals who are interested in a career Children’s Care and Support.

**Special requirements for this post**:
**About you**:
The post holder will need to be dynamic, solutions-focused and a strong relationship builder. They must have excellent management skills. The individual will have a good working knowledge of relevant legislation, particularly the Care Act and Children and Families Act, and must understand the regulatory powers and functions of the CQC and Ofsted in respect of providers. This role is an exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to have a foot in both strategy and operations and who wants to play a pivotal role in the smooth running of Children’s Care and Support.

**About us**:
The placement finding team serves Children’s Care and Support by securing high quality, cost-effective and timely placements for looked after children, children with disabilities and care leavers. The function is vital in ensuring that placements are sourced in a compliant and efficient way which brings value for money for the council and a high-quality service for the individual which meets their needs.


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