Full job description Placements & Referrals Coordinator
Hybrid Working | £30,000 + Bonus up to 10% | Permanent | 37.5 Hours
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Placements & Referrals Coordinator to join a leading Education & Residential provider.
Working alongside Local Authorities, Registered Managers and Head Teachers, you will manage referrals, coordinate placements and ensure children and young people are matched with appropriate services.
Key Responsibilities
*Review and assess referrals from Local Authorities.
*Coordinate placement opportunities across services.
*Prepare and issue placement offers.
*Maintain accurate records and referral databases.
*Build strong relationships with Commissioners and Social Workers.
*Monitor placement capacity and occupancy levels.
*Support placement transitions and onboarding processes.
*Produce reports and attend placement meetings.
Requirements
*Experience within placements, referrals, admissions or commissioning.
*Strong organisational and administrative skills.
*Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
*Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
*Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Experience within Children’s Services, Social Care, Residential Care, SEND Education or Fostering would be highly advantageous.
Benefits
*£30,000 salary
*Up to 10% performance bonus
*Hybrid working
*Blue Light Card
*Life Assurance
*Employee Assistance Programme
*Referral bonuses up to £2,500
*Ongoing training and career development
Apply now to join a growing organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and young people.