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Alternative Provision Placement Officer
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Posted:
26 August 2026 (7 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
23 November 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
2-3 months contract with a local authority
Rate: 19.64 per hour Umbrella
Summary
- The Alternative Provision Placement Officer is a pivotal role within Council responsible for the effective delivery and management of the Alternative Provision (AP) Framework. This position serves as the central hub for sourcing coordinating monitoring and ensuring the quality of Alternative Provision placements. The officers primary goal is to guarantee that children and young people have access to safe high-quality educational opportunities that meet their needs.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the main contact for sourcing and coordinating Alternative Provision placements via the Surrey Alternative Provision Framework.
- Handle placement requests and facilitate appropriate referrals to commissioned providers.
- Assist in procurement commissioning and tendering activities for providers aiming to join the Alternative Provision Framework.
- Maintain and enhance the directory of approved and off-contract Alternative Provision providers.
- Support the onboarding process for new providers ensuring they meet commissioning and safeguarding standards.
- Collaborate with schools SEND teams education services and commissioned providers to identify suitable educational provisions for children and young people.
Requirements:
- Experience:
- Background in education commissioning SEND alternative provision childrens services or a related field.
- Proven experience in coordinating placements referrals admissions or service provision for children and young people.
- Background in education commissioning SEND alternative provision childrens services or a related field.
- Qualifications:
- Educated to A-Level standard or possess an equivalent professional qualification and experience.
- Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in areas such as Education Childrens Services or SEND.
- Educated to A-Level standard or possess an equivalent professional qualification and experience.
Additional Information
- Contract Duration: 2-3 months with a local authority
- Rate: 19.64 per hour Umbrella
- Working Hours: 35 hours per week
- Interview: Onsite 45-minute panel interview at Lewisham Civic Centre or Laurence House on 22nd September
- Payment Schedule: Bi-weekly
- Application Deadline: The role closes on 6th September 2026 apply ASAP.
Required Skills:
The Alternative Provision Placement Officer will play a critical role in the delivery and management of Councils Alternative Provision (AP) Framework.
Required Education:
The Alternative Provision Placement Officer will play a critical role in the delivery and management ofCouncils Alternative Provision (AP) Framework.
