Placements Commissioning Officer

2 months ago


Richmond, Greater London, United Kingdom Achieving for Children Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Placements Commissioning Officer to join our team at Achieving for Children. As a Placements Commissioning Officer, you will play a critical role in assisting in the delivery of Placements Commissioning services across Social Care, SEN, and Health in the most efficient and cost-effective ways.

Key Responsibilities
  • Commission suitable placements across Social Care, SEN, Health, and Housing economy, ensuring package and placement costs with providers are secured within contractual frameworks, securing 'value for money' and quality.
  • Review contracts and service level/placement agreements through appropriate monitoring and contract compliance systems, liaising with professionals, undertaking monitoring visits, and investigations as necessary to ensure the service meets agreed standards and has necessary safeguards in place to protect vulnerable clients.
  • Contribute to the delivery of strategic commissioning intentions identified as part of the Commissioning Service, undertaking delegated activities in relation to commissioning, contract management, policy, and planning activity.
About You

To be successful in this role, you will be passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people, demonstrating the following:

  • A professional understanding of all the legal aspects of placements and commissioning activity, acting professionally when faced with difficult situations.
  • An understanding of issues relating to children's, education, health, and social care services, awareness of relevant policies and policies of other public bodies relating to Children's Services and Adults Services.
  • Demonstrable understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection in relation to social care legislation.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills that are open and persuasive, including negotiation and influencing skills.
  • Strong organisational abilities, including time management, creative-thinking, problem-solving, multitasking, an ability to use your own initiative, and to prioritise workloads to meet agreed deadlines and work with others to resolve challenges and work in a solution-focused manner.
About Our Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including:

  • 29 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days after 2 years and 35 days after 4 years, with an additional day off in your birthday month.
  • Tailored induction sessions commencing on the date you start working for AfC.
  • Local Government salary and pension scheme (LGPS or Teachers Pension).
  • Flexible working options, helping to keep a good work-life balance.
  • A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
  • A range of staff benefits and discounts.
  • An excellent learning and development offer to support your career pathway.

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