Shared Lives Officer

Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Youth Engagement Officer to join their team based in London JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £25- £28 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: London JOB SUMMARYlooking for a committed and experienced Shared Lives Officer to support the delivery of a high-quality Shared Lives service for adults with learning disabilities and other vulnerable people requiring care and support. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference by recruiting, assessing, supporting and monitoring Shared Lives carers, while ensuring safe, person-centred placements that promote independence, dignity and quality of life. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include:

• Assess, recruit and vet Shared Lives carers in line with Council procedures, quality standards and CQC requirements.
• Prepare reports for Approval Panels and regulatory bodies.
• Support the matching, introduction and placement of clients with suitable carers.
• Monitor placements regularly to ensure standards of care, accommodation and safeguarding are maintained.
• Review and update carers' agreements, guidance and support plans.
• Support carers to maintain accurate records, including medication and financial documentation.
• Arrange respite care within the scheme and externally where required.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies:

• Experience working with adults with learning disabilities and/or vulnerable adults.
• Experience assessing and supporting carers, placements or care services.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, care standards and person-centred practice.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work flexibly, solve problems and manage competing priorities.
• Strong report writing, administrative and IT skills.
• A commitment to equality, inclusion and delivering high-quality services.

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW on .