Brokerage Officer - Accommodation Based

We are looking to recruit one fixed‑term enthusiastic, experienced and skilled individual as an Accommodation Based Broker within our Adult Social Care Brokerage Team. The Brokerage Officer – Accommodation based will be primarily responsible for finding cost‑effective and timely services for sourcing placements across all accommodation‑based services, including care homes and supported living. You will work with the social care teams to achieve good outcomes, sourcing placements that add value for money, and develop good working relationships with providers to contribute to managing the market in Islington.

If you are comfortable working in a fast‑paced service, able to work both independently and as part of a team, and thrive under pressure, you are exactly who we are looking for. You will place the needs and aspirations of the people of Islington at the centre of everything you do, working with providers to ensure services are accessible, of the highest quality and represent value for money. You will be comfortable working across professional, service and organisational boundaries to ensure a collaborative approach to achieving our ambitions. You will be independent enough to keep yourself abreast of the team’s policies and procedures as it relates to the Care Act, while working to meet deadlines. You will have great knowledge of the brokerage market within and outside the NCL, ensuring best practices for the Council and its residents. You will have sound knowledge of the Care Act to ensure providers are compliant with CQC protocols. Extensive knowledge of IT is essential, as the role will require working on a social care system and Microsoft applications.

Islington Council is firmly committed to ensuring that public money is spent in ways that directly match public needs. Careful assessment of needs combined with effective partnership working allows us to provide high‑quality, outcome‑focused and cost‑effective services. We hold our commissioning service in high regard, recognising its positive impact on the quality of life enjoyed by Islington residents.

Our offer to you:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work‑life balance, as well as a 35‑hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas, and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination. We maintain a zero‑tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.

We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone’s identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage. We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace. Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre‑employment checks. These may include:

• Proof of address
• Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
• Right to work in the UK
• Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Post is subject to a basic DBS check, qualifications check and 3/5 years referencing.

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.