Children's Social Work Commissioning Lead
3 days ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Social Work Commissioning Lead to join our team at TACT (The Adolescent & Children's Trust). As a key member of our commissioning team, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our children's services.
Key Responsibilities- Commission and manage a portfolio of foster care placements to meet the complex needs of looked-after children.
- Work closely with our social work team to ensure that children receive the best possible care and support.
- Develop and maintain relationships with foster carers, social workers, and other stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and communication.
- Contribute to the development of our commissioning strategy and policies to ensure that they are aligned with our organisational goals.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of our commissioning processes and make recommendations for improvement.
- Appropriate social work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
- Post-qualifying experience in fostering/family placements or other childcare settings.
- Proven track record in working with and on behalf of children, respecting and maintaining their individuality and promoting their positive development.
- Experience in group work and/or delivery of training.
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation including the Fostering National Minimum Standards and Fostering regulations.
- Annual salary of £[insert salary].
- Out of Hours Allowance of £1,500 p.a.
- 31 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Homeworking bundle including annual allowance of £750, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
- Stakeholder pension scheme (salary sacrifice) and life insurance from day one.
- Employee Assistance Programme (including free CBT counselling, remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions).
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with our safeguarding policies.
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