Childrens Team Manager Social Care Qualified

Childrens Team Manager Social Care Qualified

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CRA Group Limited, Lewisham

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 26 Jun | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 95e9ae8d0e89472aa4e2fc5234f5f732

Full Job Description

  • A temporary opportunity has arisen for an experienced and qualified Children's Placements Manager to lead the commissioning, procurement, and oversight of accommodation services for children and young people in care.
  • The role involves managing the full placements process - from commissioning to allocation and contract monitoring - with a focus on quality, value for money, and meeting the individual needs of looked-after children., Lead the strategic and operational delivery of placements for children in care, including foster care, residential care, and supported accommodation.
  • Oversee the full commissioning cycle, from needs analysis and procurement to monitoring and review.
  • Ensure placement decisions align with statutory responsibilities and reflect the best interests and specific needs of children and young people.
  • Manage provider relationships and contracts, ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory frameworks such as the Children Act 1989 and Care Standards.
  • Work collaboratively with social workers, providers, finance officers, and external agencies to maintain placement sufficiency and quality.
  • Monitor and manage budgets, performance indicators, and service outcomes to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Lead or contribute to multi-agency planning and sufficiency strategy development.
  • Promote evidence-based decision-making and maintain accurate, timely records to support placement activity and reporting.

    Substantial experience working in a commissioning, placements, or related role within children's services, preferably in a local authority or similar setting.
  • Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory frameworks (e.g. Children Act 1989, Care Standards, fostering regulations).
  • Demonstrable experience in contract management, provider performance monitoring, and working with external agencies.
  • Proven ability to manage budgets, deliver to targets, and apply data and analytics to support strategic decision-making.
  • Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to influence a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Effective leadership skills, with the ability to drive service improvements and manage competing priorities.
  • Commitment to child-centred, outcomes-focused practice.

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