Placement Officer

Location: Bristol
Contract: Initial 4-month contract, Full-Time (37 hours per week)
Hourly Rate: £16 Umbrella per hour (£13 PAYE)

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Placement Officer on an initial 4-month contract, based in Bristol. This is a full-time role (37 hours per week) offering a competitive hourly rate of £16 umbrella per hour.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and negotiate suitable care packages for children that meet their needs while ensuring value for money.
• Manage a busy workload, including handling the duty desk and prioritising new referrals effectively.
• Oversee a caseload of placement searches, ensuring placements are found and confirmed in a timely manner.
• Prepare and present reports and options appraisals to the Head of Service and Service Director for placement approval.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure administrative tasks comply with departmental policies and procedures.
• Review and evaluate referrals to ensure they meet quality standards, providing feedback and challenges when necessary to secure well-matched placements.

Essential Requirements:

• EITHER: A relevant level 3 qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, BTEC, or relevant A-levels)
• OR: Equivalent knowledge gained through relevant experience.
• A good understanding of the types of specialist services available for children and how these services impact placement decisions.

Additional Information:
This role offers an excellent opportunity to make a difference in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are highly organised, have strong attention to detail, and are committed to delivering quality placements, we want to hear from you!
To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience.