Job Description

Job Title: Placement Support Officer
Contract: Initial 3-month contract, with the possibility of extension
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Hybrid working available, based in Barnsley

We are seeking a dedicated Placement Support Officer to join our team in Barnsley on an initial 3-month contract with the possibility of extension.

Purpose of the Post:

The Placement Support Officer will assist in identifying placements, maintaining systems, and ensuring compliance with placement contracts. This full-time role supports the placement team in identifying and maintaining suitable placements for children and young people coming into the care of the local authority.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify suitable placements to meet the needs of children and young people in consultation with internal stakeholders.
• Support contract completion, compliance, and monitoring of independent fostering and residential placements.
• Ensure accurate and prompt payments to independent providers.
• Contribute to the accreditation process for independent placement providers in the White Rose Regional consortium.

Essential Requirements:

• Relevant Experience:

  • Extensive administrative support experience in children's services or direct work with children and families (e.g., family support or youth work).
  • Experience with digital payment or performance systems.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office software.

• General Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of Excel and spreadsheet management.
  • Willingness to learn the financial management systems used by BMBC.
  • Understanding of Care Planning regulations, particularly around out-of-authority placements.

For more information or to apply, contact Emily at Service Care:(phone number removed) / (url removed)

Note: Do you know someone who is looking for work in this field? If so, please pass these details on to them. If we are able to place them into work such as this, lasting over 13 weeks, we will happily pay you a 250 referral bonus.