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The Referrals officer role is the first point of contact between Local Authorities, foster families and Social Workers. You will manage referrals received from Local Authorities and use key information and matching criteria to ensure that placements are carefully matched according to children's needs.
Job Responsibility:
Manage referrals received from Local Authorities
Use key information and matching criteria to ensure placements are carefully matched according to children's needs
Actively promote foster parent vacancies by communicating with Local Authorities via telephone and email
Build and maintain a strong working relationship with Local Authorities
Ensure systems are always up to date and relevant
Work to tight deadlines
Use Company Performance to ensure foster parents are supported with their vacancies and to help growth within the company
Complete Foster Parent Pay
Liaise with the Referral Hub to offer cover and support where needed
Ensure line Manager is kept up to date on Referrals, matching and any issues in relation to vacancies
Attend regular meetings and assist with minuting
Requirements:
Ability to work independently and use initiative to find creative solutions
Experience of working within the children's services sector or similar
Evidence of administration skills
Ability to follow regulatory policies and processes
Ability to work well within a fast paced team
Ability to develop positive relationships with colleagues
Confidence communicating with professionals at all levels
What we offer:
30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days' with length of service) + Bank Holidays