Social Worker - Contract and Placements Officer
Job Title: Social Worker - Contract and Placements Officer
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: Croydon
Salary: £31.01 Hourly
Type: Full Time
Join our team as a Contract and Placements Officer within the Social Worker - Children's division in Croydon, where your skills can shine and truly make a difference! This thrilling full-time locum opportunity offers an hourly rate of £31.01. This is an ongoing position where your expertise can ensure the best placements for children needing care and support.
Embrace the flexibility that locum work offers, with the opportunity to manage your schedule while exploring a variety of professional environments. Enjoy the benefits of working in a vibrant community in Croydon, where you will collaborate with passionate colleagues and have a direct impact on the lives of children and young people.
Perks and Benefits
- Full Time: Enjoy the stability of a full-time position while working as a locum, balancing flexibility with consistent hours.
- Hourly Pay: Receive prompt compensation for your hard work with competitive hourly rates.
- Professional Growth: Access to training and development opportunities that allow you to expand your skills and advance your career.
- Networking Opportunities: Work alongside a supportive network of professionals dedicated to improving children's services.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from the locum lifestyle, offering you more control over your time and work commitments.
What You Will Do
- Identify, source, and commission suitable in-house or external accommodation for looked after children.
- Provide well-matched placements considering every aspect of the child's needs, from health and education to cultural and religious factors.
- Maintain detailed records and manage legal and financial documentation to ensure all placements comply with regulations.
- Present placement options through comprehensive 'Options Papers' for the social work team.
- Communicate and liaise with various stakeholders, including the Council's teams, providers, and voluntary agencies.
- Ensure all relevant care documentation is accurately processed and shared with providers.
- Attend and represent the CYPS Contracts and Placements Team at key meetings and events.
- Play a significant role in the continuous improvement and efficiency of the team's processes.
- Manage and ensure the accuracy of payments for services in line with Council procedures and legal requirements.
- Be the first point of contact for queries regarding current placements and agreements.
Requirements
- Experience within Children's Services, placements, commissioning, or contracts management.
- Strong understanding of placement matching and the needs of looked after children.
- Ability to manage legal, financial, and contractual documentation accurately.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Why Croydon
Step into a rewarding role in Croydon, where the lively community and supportive work environment await your expertise. Croydon is not only a diverse and thriving locale but also offers excellent transport links, green spaces, and a wealth of leisure activities. Transform your career while making impactful changes in children's lives where they matter most.
Social Worker – Contract and Placements Officer in Croydon employer: Sanctuary Personnel Ltd
Sanctuary Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With flexible hybrid working arrangements in vibrant Haringey, employees benefit from a collaborative environment, comprehensive training, and opportunities for growth within the social care sector, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young adults.
