PLACEMENTS OFFICER

Location: London Road, SM4 5DX
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3+ Months
Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week
Pay rate: £ 13.58 per hour
Job Ref: 5275259
Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating placements within the social and healthcare sector for the London Borough of Merton. Key duties include:

• Identifying and securing appropriate placement opportunities for qualified individuals.
• Collaborating with social and healthcare providers to ensure placement needs are met effectively.
• Maintaining accurate records of placements and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.
• Providing support and guidance to individuals during their placement period.
• Working closely with team members to achieve placement targets and objectives.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar role within the social and healthcare sector.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with a range of stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proficiency in verifying eligibility to work and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Familiarity with GDPR and other regulatory compliance standards.

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Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months
Pay: £13.58 per hour
Expected hours: 37 per week

Experience:

• Placements Officer: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Identifying and securing appropriate placement opportunities for qualified individuals.
• Collaborating with social and healthcare providers to ensure placement needs are met effectively.
• Maintaining accurate records of placements and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.
• Providing support and guidance to individuals during their placement period.
• Working closely with team members to achieve placement targets and objectives