Commissioning Officer for Placements
3 weeks ago
Job Overview
Achieving for Children operates as a Community Interest Company, embodying a public sector ethos while embracing innovative approaches that allow us to function distinctively. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we are owned by three local authorities, providing the advantages of a social enterprise alongside the employment benefits typical of local government.
Role Summary
In the capacity of a Commissioning Officer for Placements, your primary duty will be to facilitate the execution of Placements Commissioning services across Social Care, Special Educational Needs (SEN), and Health sectors in the most effective and economical manner. You will respond to inquiries from Social Care Practitioners to pinpoint suitable placements or care provisions that align with choice, independence, and financial objectives. This will involve collaborating with providers and assessors to identify appropriate and available services.
You will also be responsible for executing delegated tasks related to Placements Commissioning, performing quality assurance activities (including site visits) to ensure adherence to established processes and standards, including regulatory and inspection frameworks, and managing contracts as part of a project team supporting the Placements Commissioning Service.
Key Responsibilities
As a Commissioning Officer for Placements, your responsibilities will include:
- Commissioning appropriate placements across Social Care, SEN, Health, and Housing sectors, ensuring that package and placement costs with providers are secured within the contractual framework, thereby achieving 'value for money' and quality.
- Reviewing contracts and service level agreements through effective monitoring and compliance systems, liaising with professionals, conducting monitoring visits, and performing investigations as necessary to ensure that services meet agreed standards and safeguard vulnerable clients.
- Undertaking all delegated activities related to commissioning, contract management, policy, and planning as identified, contributing to the realization of strategic commissioning objectives outlined as part of the Commissioning Service.
Candidate Profile
To excel as a Commissioning Officer for Placements, you should be dedicated to positively impacting the lives of children and young people, alongside demonstrating the following competencies:
- A thorough understanding of the legal aspects surrounding placements and commissioning activities, maintaining professionalism in challenging situations.
- Awareness of issues pertaining to children's, education, health, and social care services, along with familiarity with relevant policies from other public bodies concerning Children's and Adults Services.
- A solid grasp of safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection principles in relation to social care legislation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, characterized by openness and persuasiveness, including negotiation and influencing capabilities.
- Strong organizational skills, encompassing time management, creative thinking, problem-solving, multitasking, and the ability to prioritize workloads effectively while collaborating with others to address challenges in a solution-focused manner.
Benefits Overview
We are committed to fostering a supportive environment, providing access to a diverse range of resources, competitive salaries, and benefits that facilitate hybrid working. Employees at Achieving for Children will enjoy:
- 29 days of annual leave, increasing to 33 days after two years and 35 days after four years, along with an additional day off during your birthday month.
- Tailored induction sessions commencing on your start date.
- Access to Local Government salary and pension schemes.
- Flexible working arrangements to promote a healthy work-life balance.
- A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
- A variety of staff benefits and discounts.
- An exceptional learning and development program to support your career progression.
Commitment to Equality and Safeguarding
We are dedicated to promoting equality and diversity, striving to create an inclusive recruitment process. Achieving for Children values the contributions of employees from diverse backgrounds, recognizing that such diversity enhances our service delivery. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, expecting all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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