The Commissioning Officer will lead and support complex commissioning projects across Adult Social Care, ensuring services are designed through co-production and meet local needs. They will manage multiple projects simultaneously while building strong relationships with providers, health partners, and service users to ensure high-quality, sustainable support.
Lead, supervise, and support a team of social workers while overseeing foster carer recruitment and development. Ensure full compliance with fostering regulations and safeguarding standards to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.
The role involves conducting statutory Best Interests Assessments under the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards framework. You will be responsible for managing a complex caseload, producing legally robust reports, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure person-centred outcomes.
Conduct specialist paediatric occupational therapy assessments to identify functional needs and recommend appropriate equipment and housing adaptations. Collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to improve independence and quality of life for children and young people.
The Occupational Therapist will provide Duty OT cover and screen incoming Occupational Therapy referrals. They will assess complex cases and determine appropriate interventions while collaborating with colleagues and partner agencies.
The Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) manages and coordinates allegations against individuals working with children to ensure robust and timely safeguarding processes. They act as the primary point of contact for employers, providing expert guidance and ensuring compliance with statutory frameworks.
The Occupational Therapist will triage referrals, conduct remote assessments via phone and video, prescribe necessary equipment and minor adaptations, and provide preventative advice to adults and carers. Responsibilities also include escalating safeguarding concerns and maintaining accurate case records in line with statutory procedures.
The EHC Plan Writer will produce clear, accurate, and legally compliant EHC Plans. They will translate multi-agency reports into written content and ensure compliance with SEND Code of Practice standards.
Manage a diverse caseload of young people aged 8–25, delivering support across community settings and family/children’s centres. Conduct risk-managed, trauma-informed interventions tailored to each young person’s needs.
Lead dysphagia management across the service, ensuring safe and effective assessment and intervention. Conduct specialist assessments and develop tailored treatment plans for individuals with complex swallowing and communication needs.
You will manage a portfolio of support services across multiple locations, overseeing approximately 900–1,000 commissioned hours weekly. Your leadership will be crucial in fostering a positive team culture and ensuring high-quality support for individuals with complex needs.
