Placements Commissioning Officer

Job Information

Achieving for Children is a Community Interest Company that has a public sector ethos, combined with the freedom to innovate enabling us to do things differently. As a not-for-profit social enterprise owned by three local authorities (Windsor & Maidenhead, Kingston and Richmond), we offer the freedoms of a social enterprise with the employment benefits of local government. To find out more about us

We are excited to be recruiting for the role of Placements Commissioning Officer at Achieving for Children.

About the role

As a leading placements commissioning officer you will be expected to support the establishment of relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and organisations that deliver services and support that meet the needs and outcomes of children and young people.

Main responsibilities will include;
- Acting as a single point of access for commissioning placements.
- Contribute to the delivery of strategic commissioning intentions identified as part of the Commissioning Service and its partners.
- Deliver delegated activities or products in relation to commissioning, contract management, policy and planning activity as identified.
- Undertake quality assurance tasks (including visits) to ensure compliance with agreed processes and standards including regulatory and inspection frameworks.
- Utilise contract management tools to ensure data and information is timely, accurate and complete. Assist in the coordination with a range of providers/organisations and individuals, researching and drafting correspondence.
- Collating data as required and providing up to date statistical information on a monthly and annual basis.

About you
- Ability to influence others to gain support, trust and collaboration using highly developed interpersonal and presentation skills.
- An understanding of issues relating to children’s, education, health and social care services.
- Awareness of relevant Care Quality Commission policies and policies of other public bodies relating to Children’s Services and Adults Services.
- Excellent organisational skills, able to work in a fast paced environment where priorities can change in a short period of time.

About our benefits

We are focused on creating a positive supportive environment, where you will have access to a really wide range of resources, as well as a competitive salary and all the perks to enable hybrid working. In AfC you will also have access to:

- 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
- Hybrid and mobile working (between home and work)
- 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

To find out about all of the breadth of benefits of working for Achieving for Children For our social work offer

Important Information

**Right to work**: The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements. We advise checking the GOV.UK website for right to work guidance.

**Safeguarding**: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

**For more information about AfC**: Drop in and meet Regina on the first Wednesday of every month at Civic Centre, Twickenham or Ash on the first Tuesday of every month at Maidenhead Town Hall.