Overview
You will deliver a customer focused and efficient service, contributing to the Directorate objectives of securing best value support services through the effective management of identifying placement options for the children and young people we care for. The role will involve working across all areas of the commissioning function, but you will be based in the Home Finding Team for Children where you will be working to ensure the right foster homes, residential homes are sourced that meet the needs of children we care for. You will have the ability to prioritise work, support your colleagues and be able to work under pressure. You will cover a duty rota, Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.
Key Skills
* Excellent literacy and numeracy skills to understand the referral processes, tender documents and contracts, and to check statistical financial information and other documents.
* Ability to present information clearly, concisely, accurately and in ways that promote understanding, either verbally or in written/electronic form, and have sound and accurate IT skills.
* Good analytical skills to interpret complex information, with the ability to organise, plan and meet set targets.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a range of partners and create and maintain effective working relationships. This will include the ability to negotiate good outcomes and advise and guide others to make sound decisions.
* Ability to work on your own initiative, anticipate problems, present solutions, and make frequent informed decisions.
* Ability to work flexibly as required across different areas within the Children's Services Commissioning Team, embrace change and have the flexibility to respond to the needs of the service. HNC or equivalent qualification or experience demonstrating that level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills.
* Experience of working in brokerage and/or contract management - Desirable
* Experience of working within Children's Services - Desirable
* Experience and enthusiasm for work within a department to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people.
* Experience of working as part of a team, independently and with a range of professional groups.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to 5 years referencing and a health check.
Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact us. For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability, Veteran\'s or Care Leaver\'s Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our page.
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