As Senior Placements Officer, the postholder will provide the ‘family finding’ service to find suitable children for approved adopters, and will manage the Placement Officer(s) including supporting the induction and training of new team members, and the ongoing development of existing team members

Senior Placements Officer responsibilities will include:
• work directly with potential adopters to enable them to find a suitable match, for example by supporting them at profile events
• work with social workers and approved adopters in creating and following up links with external agencies
• promote PACT’s adoption service by raising local awareness through networking opportunities, including working closely with partner agencies and local authorities
• act as a guide and mentor to direct reports with escalated queries

About you
The postholder will:
• have demonstrable experience gained within a family finding role with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the role of an adopter or foster carer in caring for children
• have experience of leading and motivating a small team to maintain a high standard of customer service and achieve set targets
• have experience of working in partnership with relevant statutory and voluntary groups, partners, and agencies

If this sounds like you then visit our website and apply today to join a dedicated team who are part of something truly meaningful. We look forward to hearing from you!

If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Hannah Jennings, Enquiries and Placements Manager on hannah.jennings@pactcharity.org

For more information about this role and to apply, please follow the link in the 'apply now' section. Early applications are encouraged as we may review and appoint on an earlier basis if a successful candidate is secured,