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🥝 Placement Officer

Wirral Borough Council | Merseyside, United Kingdom | Posted June 23, 2026

Placement Officer

Job Description

About the Role:

As a Placement Officer, you will support the Registered Manager and Senior Placement Officer in delivering the Wirral Shared Lives Service. You will play a key role in recruiting, assessing and supporting carers, and matching individuals to placements that enable them to thrive.


You will manage a caseload of carers and ensure that placements are safe, effective and outcome-focused, promoting independence, choice and control for those using the service.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Recruit, assess and train new Shared Lives carers

  • Match individuals to suitable placements, completing risk assessments and supporting introductions

  • Develop outcome-focused care and support plans

  • Provide ongoing supervision, advice and support to carers

  • Monitor placements to ensure quality, compliance and positive outcomes

  • Maintain accurate records, reports and reviews in line with pr...

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