Children's Placements Officer Job at Birmingham Children's Trust (Birmingham)

Placement Officer

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Placement Officer to join our team. Thi...

Location

United Kingdom , Slough

Salary:

30160.00 - 35530.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in a Placement/Brokerage, Commissioning, or working within the public sector environment
Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and its application in children’s services
Excellent communication, negotiation, and coordination skills
Ability to prioritise effectively and remain flexible in a fast-paced environment
IT proficient, with experience using Microsoft Office and ICS (Liquidlogic)

Job Responsibility

Source and secure suitable placements for children and young people in care, within required timescales
Liaise with internal teams and external providers to ensure placement stability and quality
Maintain accurate records using IT systems such as ICS (Liquidlogic) and Microsoft Office
Apply trauma-informed care principles in all aspects of placement planning and decision-making
Manage multiple priorities and respond effectively under pressure
Negotiate placement terms and coordinate logistics with providers and stakeholders
Ensure compliance with all safeguarding policies and procedures

What we offer

Training and development opportunities
Agile working supported by technology
Flexible working policies
Friendly working environment and great colleagues

Fulltime

Senior Court Officer

Birmingham Youth Justice Service is creating a progressive, creative, energetic ...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

45091.00 - 51356.00 GBP / Year

Birmingham Children's Trust

Expiration Date

January 26, 2026

Requirements

Experience of work within the Criminal Justice setting with children and young people
Ability to produce good quality Bail Packages
Excellent communication, advocacy, and assessment skills supported by a good understanding of the YJS Court Officer role
Knowledge and understanding of the bail and remand process as it relates to children
Ability to co-ordinate the assessments of children regarding public protection, prevention of offending, risk and safeguarding
Ability to manage a team as you will be deputising in the absence of the Court Team Manager
Able to support the team with operational issues and escalating to senior management where needed
Extensive knowledge and application of Statutory Orders and Youth Justice diversion work
Must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham
Must have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK

Job Responsibility

Work as part of the Youth Justice Service (YJS) Court Team servicing Birmingham Youth, Magistrates and Crown Court to fulfil statutory requirements
Working in partnership with the Criminal Justice Agencies and the Judiciary
Influencing remand and sentencing decisions, particularly in reducing the use of remands to youth detention
Undertaking assessments including safeguarding and vulnerability to determine the appropriateness of placements for children and young people entering the secure estate
Ensure appropriate action is taken by the Court Team after each Court session to meet the requirements of the bench
Maintenance of clear, concise written records, and updating the Youth Justice Service electronic database and Youth Justice Service E-records
Liaison with other agencies involved in the court process, including the presentation and dissemination of Youth Justice Service information, formal reports, and interventions to Judges and Magistrates
Production of placement information and post custody reports within the asset plus framework as required by the Youth Justice Board
Assisting with monitoring and reviewing the team’s workload to enhance overall performance aligned with key performance measures
Work on Bank Holidays and Saturdays on a rota basis

What we offer

Generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service
Free on-site parking at offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley)
Onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use
Full access to internal employee benefits scheme including Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support
Flexible and hybrid working policy
Generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the local government pension scheme
Excellent career progression opportunities

Fulltime

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Resource Officer

Join our award-winning Access to Resources Team as a Resource Officer and help m...

Location

United Kingdom , Peterborough

Salary:

32061.00 - 35412.00 GBP / Year

Peterborough City Council

Expiration Date

January 29, 2026

Requirements

A confident and effective communicator
Skilled in negotiation and partnership working
Committed to identifying high-quality, child-centred services
Able to work both independently and collaboratively
Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and record-keeping
Resilient and solution-focused when faced with challenges

Job Responsibility

Working closely with both internal teams and external providers
Matching children and young people with the suitably matched carers/homes and specialist schools
Supporting placement decisions that improve outcomes and deliver best value for the local authority
Managing a varied caseload in a high-paced but supportive environment

What we offer

Access to a range of benefits via our Employee Benefits Platform, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes
Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata)
Access to car lease scheme
Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances
Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings
Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth
Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day
Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network
Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards

Fulltime

New

Housing Solutions Officer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Housing Solutions Officer based in Sout...

Location

United Kingdom , South West London

Salary:

26.56 GBP / Hour

Vox Consultants

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

MUST HAVE recent experience as a Housing Solutions Officer within a UK local authority/housing options service
Strong, current knowledge of HRA 2017, Housing Act 1996 Part VII, Homelessness Code of Guidance, Domestic Abuse Act 2021, and interfaces with the Care Act/Children Act
Proven track record drafting robust s184 decisions and PHPs
Confident with suitability, local connection, intentionality and priority need assessments

Job Responsibility

Assess & decide homelessness applications under Part VII Housing Act 1996 and the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017: s189A assessments, Personalised Housing Plans (PHPs) and s184 decisions with clear reasoning
Prevent & relieve homelessness: landlord negotiation, PRS access, mediation, DHP signposting, Sanctuary Scheme, and multi-agency interventions
Case management across prevention/relief/main duty stages (s195, s189B, s193), maintaining accurate records, evidence, and audit trails to KPI/SLA standards
Temporary accommodation (TA): arrange placements, conduct suitability checks, manage move-on plans and PRSO/PRSO suitability reviews
Complaints & legal: contribute to s202 reviews, prepare bundles, respond to pre-action, and apply the Code of Guidance consistently
Safeguarding & partnerships: work with children’s/adults’ services, VAWG/refuge providers, health, probation and voluntary sector partners
Data & performance: update systems (e.g., Jigsaw/Locata/Northgate/iWorld/Civica), support P1E/DELTA returns, and drive TA reductions

Fulltime

EFL Director of Studies - Summer

Director of Studies (DoS) – MLA Canada at Toronto Metropolitan University. MLA (...

Location

Canada , Toronto

Salary:

Not provided

Move Language Ahead

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must have right to work in Canada and the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check is required
the completion of a satisfactory child abuse clearance may also be required
Proven suitability to work with students under 18: at least 2 references
ESL or English teaching experience with teenagers
Be proficient in the use of IT
ESL or English Summer School Teaching/Managerial experience in Canada
Teacher Management experience
Teacher Training experience
First Aid Qualification
Ability to develop positive relationships with students, earning their trust whilst maintaining proper professional boundaries

Job Responsibility

Ensure the planning, delivery and smooth running of the academic program
Monitor effective completion of all tasks
Allocate students to classes and make changes if necessary
Assign level and material to classes
Organize inductions, and CPD sessions for teachers and Group Leaders
Represent MLA values
Report to the Academic Manager
6 days per week
Take overall responsibility for all aspects of teaching and learning within the school
Develop and implement MLA’s educational philosophy and foster a culture of best practice

What we offer

This position provides housing and full board.
Residential rates include full board and lodging
Paid training and induction
Work as part of a strong team and gain experience
Opportunities for professional development e.g., observations, team teaching

Fulltime

EFL Director of Studies - Summer

Director of Studies (DoS) – MLA Florida International University. MLA (Move Lang...

Location

United States , Miami

Salary:

Not provided

Move Language Ahead

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must have right to work in the US and the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check is required
the completion of a satisfactory child abuse clearance may also be required
Proven suitability to work with students under 18: at least 2 references
ESL or English teaching experience with teenagers
Be proficient in the use of IT
ESL or English Summer School Teaching/Managerial experience in the US
Teacher Management experience
Teacher Training experience
First Aid Qualification
Ability to develop positive relationships with students, earning their trust whilst maintaining proper professional boundaries

Job Responsibility

Ensure the planning, delivery and smooth running of the academic program
Monitor effective completion of all tasks
Allocate students to classes and make changes if necessary
Assign level and material to classes
Organize inductions, and CPD sessions for teachers and Group Leaders
Represent MLA values
Report to the Academic Manager
6 days per week
Take overall responsibility for all aspects of teaching and learning within the school
Develop and implement MLA’s educational philosophy and foster a culture of best practice

What we offer

This position provides housing and full board.
Residential rates include full board and lodging
Paid training and induction
Work as part of a strong team and gain experience
Opportunities for professional development e.g., observations, team teaching

Fulltime

Efl director of studies - summer

Director of Studies (DoS) – MLA California, Claremont at Pitzer College. Ensure ...

Location

United States , Claremont

Salary:

Not provided

Move Language Ahead

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must have right to work in the US and the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check is required
the completion of a satisfactory child abuse clearance may also be required
Proven suitability to work with students under 18: at least 2 references
ESL or English teaching experience with teenagers
Be proficient in the use of IT
ESL or English Summer School Teaching/Managerial experience in the US
Teacher Management experience
Teacher Training experience
First Aid Qualification
Ability to develop positive relationships with students, earning their trust whilst maintaining proper professional boundaries

Job Responsibility

Ensure the planning, delivery and smooth running of the academic program
Monitor effective completion of all tasks
Allocate students to classes and make changes if necessary
Assign level and material to classes
Organize inductions, and CPD sessions for teachers and Group Leaders
Represent MLA values
Report to the Academic Manager
Take overall responsibility for all aspects of teaching and learning within the school
Develop and implement MLA’s educational philosophy and foster a culture of best practice
Manage the MLA Boards software and keep all records up to date

What we offer

This position provides housing and full board
Residential rates include full board and lodging
Paid training and induction
Work as part of a strong team and gain experience
Opportunities for professional development e.g., observations, team teaching

Fulltime

EFL Director of Studies - Summer

Director of Studies (DoS) – MLA New York at Ramapo College of NJ. Ensure the pla...

Location

United States , Mahwah

Salary:

Not provided

Move Language Ahead

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must have right to work in the US and the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check is required
the completion of a satisfactory child abuse clearance may also be required
Proven suitability to work with students under 18: at least 2 references
ESL or English teaching experience with teenagers
Be proficient in the use of IT
ESL or English Summer School Teaching/Managerial experience in the US
Teacher Management experience
Teacher Training experience
First Aid Qualification
Ability to develop positive relationships with students, earning their trust whilst maintaining proper professional boundaries

Job Responsibility

Ensure the planning, delivery and smooth running of the academic program
Monitor effective completion of all tasks
Allocate students to classes and make changes if necessary
Assign level and material to classes
Organize inductions, and CPD sessions for teachers and Group Leaders
Represent MLA values
Report to the Academic Manager
6 days per week
Take overall responsibility for all aspects of teaching and learning within the school
Develop and implement MLA’s educational philosophy and foster a culture of best practice

What we offer

Housing and full board
Paid training and induction
Work as part of a strong team and gain experience
Opportunities for professional development e.g., observations, team teaching

Fulltime

Children's Placements Officer

Birmingham Children's Trust

Location:
United Kingdom , Birmingham

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 18, 2026

Expiration:
February 13, 2026

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