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Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Placement Officer to join their team based in the Birmingham 
  
JOB DETAILS

• PAY RATE: £20 £21 per hour
• WORK TYPE: Temporary
• WORK PATTERN: Full Time
• LOCATION: Birmingham 

  
JOB SUMMARY
Seeking a dedicated and proactive Placements Officer to join our Placements Team. This is a fast-paced and rewarding role where you will play a key part in securing appropriate placements and services for children and young people.
You will work collaboratively with social workers, carers, and partner agencies to identify, match, and coordinate placements that deliver the best possible outcomes


JOB DESCRIPTION
The duties and responsibilities of the role will include:  

• Identify, match, and arrange appropriate fostering, residential, or specialist placements
• Provide professional advice to social workers and referrers
• Participate in daily duty systems and respond to urgent placement needs
• Work in partnership with internal teams and external agencies
• Ensure placements consider individual needs (health, education, culture, etc.)
• Maintain accurate records and update electronic systems
• Attend meetings, reviews, and planning sessions as required
• Support best value decision-making and resource use
• Contribute to reports, including those for court where necessary

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies:

• • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g. Caring for Children & Young People)
  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
  • Experience in social care (fostering, residential, or similar settings)
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Strong IT skills (databases, email, spreadsheets, case systems)
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and relevant legislation
  Desirable:
  
  • Experience in placements or commissioning services
  • Knowledge of children’s placement contracting processes

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review.
HOW TO APPLY
Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW.

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