As Senior Placements Officer, you'll provide the 'family finding' service to find suitable children for approved adopters, and will manage the Placement Officer(s) including supporting the induction and training of new team members, and the ongoing development of existing team members.
Senior Placements Officer responsibilities will include:
- work directly with potential adopters to enable them to find a suitable match, for example by supporting them at profile events
- work with social workers and approved adopters in creating and following up links with external agencies
- promote PACT's adoption service by raising local awareness through networking opportunities, including working closely with partner agencies and local authorities
- act as a guide and mentor to direct reports with escalated queries
As Senior Placements Officer, you will:
- have demonstrable experience gained within a family finding role with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the role of an adopter or foster carer in caring for children
- have experience of leading and motivating a small team to maintain a high standard of customer service and achieve set targets
- have experience of working in partnership with relevant statutory and voluntary groups, partners, and agencies
Would you like to be part of a collaborative team making a lasting difference to children and families? We are looking for a part‑time Senior Placements Officer to join our dedicated Adoption team.
We believe that every child deserves a loving and supportive home and we are committed to providing the highest quality services to help make that a reality, and we are proud of our three successive outstanding ratings with Ofsted.
Pro‑rata salary range of £24,946 to £30,489 per annum (Full time equivalent salary range £30,768 - £37,604 per annum).
Part‑time (Part time 30 hours a week over 5 days Monday to Friday)
Permanent
Youth and Children
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Senior Placements Officer, Adoption in Reading employer: PACT (Parents and Children Together)
At Alana House, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of women facing multiple disadvantages. Our supportive work culture fosters personal and professional growth through comprehensive training and development opportunities, all while working in a collaborative environment that values your contributions. Located in Reading, our team is committed to empowering individuals and creating a safe space for both staff and clients, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
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PACT (Parents and Children Together) Recruitment Team
