Placement and Commissioning Officer

We are recruiting to the Placement and Commissioning officer role on a temporary basis.

The Placement and Commissioning officer is based in the Fostering Service in Conwy. Referrals are received from social workers within the child care teams whom require placements for Looked After Children. You will need to match the child/ young people's needs with a high quality placement that is able to provide the best care and achieve the best outcome for that child or young person.

The role will involve making a range of placements under the supervision of the Team manager for Fostering. The range of placements will include in-house Fostering placements, Independent Fostering Agencies, Residential placements, specific placement needs such as Parent & Child, Children with Disabilities, Secure & Remand placements. You will need to liaise, negotiate and communicate with all concerned regarding commissioning a placement.

The successful candidate will be expected to work with the CCSR and Commissioning Hub. With the ability to work in a proactive manner, ensuring sensitivity and confidentiality.

The post holder will be flexible and work towards the continuing improvement of service delivery and the performance of the team. You will be offered professional supervision and guidance, together with the offer of further training and development opportunities via the workforce and training strategy provided by Conwy.

This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working.

Manager details for informal discussion: Alison Maclean, Team Manager, 01492 575111 Alison.maclean@conwy.gov.uk

Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other.

We're passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.

Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.

In promoting Equal Opportunities, Conwy welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. All Disabled applicants who meet the essential job requirements will be guaranteed an interview. The Council will provide appropriate additional work facilities for disabled applicants. There is an option for disabled people to apply on different formats. Please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 for further advice.

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