Commissioning Officer for Looked After Children
1 day ago
We are looking for a Commissioning Officer for Looked After Children to join our team at Hatched Recruitment Group. In this role, you will be responsible for commissioning placements and support services for children in care.
The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the Children Act 2012 and the Children Homes Regulations 2010. You will also have knowledge of Out of Authority placement of looked after children and Safeguarding policies and procedures.
Key responsibilities include:
- To ensure that robust management information is available to the Manager, Access to Resources and Head of Commissioning/AD-Strategic Commissioning in terms of quality, quantity, and cost.
- To conduct QA visits to all residential and semi-independent resources where a looked after child is placed.
- To collate and analyse assessment information, producing reports quarterly for the Team Manager, Senior Placements Officer, and Head of Commissioning/AD - Strategic Commissioning.
Estimated salary: £28,000-£32,000 per annum.
-
Looked After Children Specialist
2 days ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ackerman Pierce Ltd Full timeWe are looking for a highly skilled Looked After Children Specialist to join our team in the London Borough of Redbridge.About the Position:This role involves managing a caseload of looked after children and working closely with social workers, foster carers, and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes.The ideal candidate will have post-qualifying...
-
Teacher for Looked After Children
2 days ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES & LB WANDSWORTH Full timeLB RICHMOND UPON THAMES & LB WANDSWORTH invites applications from experienced teachers who are passionate about supporting looked after children and care leavers. As a Teacher for Looked After Children, you will play a vital role in ensuring these young people reach their full potential.The estimated salary for this role is £49,139 per annum.About the...
-
Nurse Specialist
1 month ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and dedicated Child Health Nurse to join our team as a Named Nurse for Looked After Children in Greenwich. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing strategic, operational, and clinical leadership in the delivery of Looked After Children's development plans, improving health outcomes for...
-
Care Advocate for Looked-After Children
1 day ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom CIH International Housing Group Full time**Job Overview**We are seeking an experienced social work professional to join our Children Looked After Team in the London Borough of Islington. This role is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated individual who is committed to improving outcomes for looked-after children.**Key Responsibilities**Chair reviews for children in care, ensuring that each...
-
Teacher for Looked After Children
2 days ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Richmond and Wandsworth Council Full timeJob Description">We are looking for a Qualified Teacher Status holder who is educated to degree level 2:2 or above with proven knowledge of education systems in schools, assessment frameworks, and how to challenge under-achievement.">A strong understanding of child development, attachment, trauma, and its impact is essential as well as clear understanding of...
-
Care Coordinator for Looked After Children
4 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom NHS Full timeJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Care Coordinator to join our team at NELFT North East London Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to work with looked after children and make a positive impact on their lives.Company OverviewNELFT provides award-winning community and mental healthcare services to over 2 million people....
-
Commissioning Officer for Youth Services
1 day ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions Full timeService Care Solutions is recruiting a Commissioning Officer for Youth Services to oversee the commissioning of placements and support services for Looked After Children and care leavers in Enfield. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as knowledge of the complex needs of Looked After Children.Main...
-
Teacher of Looked After Children
2 days ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES & LB WANDSWORTH Full timeAbout the Job">We are seeking a skilled ESL Learning Outcomes Advisor to join our Virtual School team.The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing effective strategies to improve educational outcomes for looked after children and care leavers.This is a challenging yet rewarding role that requires a deep understanding of...
-
Lead Social Worker
1 month ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ackerman Pierce Ltd Full timeAbout the Role:As a Qualified Social Worker in our Looked After Children Team, you will play a pivotal role in providing essential support and guidance to children in care, ensuring their safety, well-being, and long-term stability.Key Responsibilities:Undertake thorough assessments and develop tailored care plans for looked after children, taking into...
-
Social Work Professional
2 days ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ackerman Pierce Ltd Full time**Job Overview:**Ackerman Pierce Ltd's Looked After Children Team in North London requires a skilled and dedicated Qualified Social Worker to provide essential support and guidance to children in care.This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people, working collaboratively with a...
-
Social Worker
3 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Charles Hunter Associates Full timeAbout the Role: We are seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our Children's Looked After Team as a Child Protection Specialist. This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post-qualified experience in Frontline and Children Looked After work.Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for progressing...
-
Commissioning Officer
1 day ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hatched Recruitment Group Full timeJob OverviewAchieving for Children is seeking a Commissioning Officer to contribute to the delivery of strategically commissioned services. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for establishing relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, and organizations to meet the needs and outcomes of children and young people.Main Responsibilities:To...
-
Children's Placement Commissioning Specialist
4 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sanctuary Personnel Ltd Full timeSanctuary Personnel, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency, has an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Children's Placement Commissioning Specialist to join a well-established children's service in London.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled professional to oversee the placement of looked-after children, ensuring appropriate...
-
Director of Childrens Residential Commissioning
4 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Baltimore Consulting Full timeBaltimore Consulting Seeks Senior LeaderA dynamic and experienced senior leader is required to lead the team in Childrens Residential and Commissioning Services for Children Looked After.This initial 3-6 month contract offers a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional to make a real impact at Baltimore Consulting.As a seasoned expert in commissioning...
-
London, Greater London, United Kingdom CV-Library Full timeLondon Borough of Redbridge seeks a highly experienced Senior Looked After Children Practice Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a meaningful contribution in permanency planning, court work, and people management.Job Description:This role involves leading a well-structured and organised team, with...
-
Social Worker
2 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Tripod Partners Full timeAbout This RoleWe are seeking a skilled social worker to join our looked after children team in Sefton. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to vulnerable children and their families.This is a challenging yet rewarding role that requires a strong commitment to improving outcomes for children and...
-
Care Services Commissioning Specialist
4 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hatched Recruitment Group Full time**Estimated Salary:** £25 per hourJob OverviewHatched Recruitment Group is working closely with local authorities to fill a key role in commissioning placements for Looked After Children and ensuring Quality Assurance on various types of placements.About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Care Services Commissioning Specialist to join our team. As a Care...
-
Social Work Professional
3 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sanctuary Personnel Ltd Full timeAbout the RoleSanctuary Personnel Ltd invites applications for a permanent position as a Social Work Professional - Looked After Children within our LAC Team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work full-time in Brent, providing exceptional social work services to vulnerable children and families.Key Responsibilities:Conduct comprehensive child and...
-
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hatched Recruitment Group Full timeHatched Recruitment Group is seeking a Children's Placement and Quality Assurance Manager to work closely with local authorities. As a Commissioning Officer for Looked After Children, you will commission placements and support services for children in care.The successful candidate will have knowledge of the range of complex needs of Looked After Children and...
-
Looked After Children Social Work Professional
3 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Charles Hunter Associates Full timeJob Overview: Charles Hunter Associates is seeking an experienced Child Protection Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for progressing work within the statutory framework for Looked After Children, ensuring reviews, personal education planning meetings, and medicals are progressed within statutory timescales.Responsibilities...