This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, relationship-driven professional to take ownership of referrals and commissioning across a growing group of children's social care services.
Based in Wirral, you'll sit at the heart of the organisation, connecting local authorities, commissioners and health partners with the right services at the right time — directly shaping occupancy, growth and outcomes for children, young people and families.
Managing all incoming referrals across the group, from first point of contact through to placement
Screening and assessing referrals against service criteria, and coordinating matching discussions with operational teams
Preparing and submitting high-quality placement proposals
Maintaining accurate referral and occupancy records, and tracking referral outcomes and conversion rates
Ensuring timely, professional responses to local authorities and commissioners at every stage
Building and maintaining strong relationships with Local Authorities, Commissioning Teams, Health Partners and Youth Justice Services
Attending provider events and commissioning forums, promoting the organisation's services to external stakeholders
Identifying new commissioning opportunities and supporting business development activity
Driving occupancy across Residential Homes, Supported Accommodation and Family Support Services
Producing occupancy forecasts and reports, and monitoring market trends and placement demand
Supporting the successful launch of new services and projects
Experience in children's social care, supported accommodation, or commissioning
A strong understanding of referral pathways and local authority processes
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage senior professionals and commissioners
Commercial awareness and a solid grasp of occupancy management
Strong organisational and administrative abilities
Desirable experience in any of the following:
Children's Residential Care
Supported Accommodation
Family Support Services
Commissioning Teams
Business Development within Social Care
You'll join a growing organisation that genuinely values the impact of great commissioning — with a competitive salary, real career progression opportunities, and the chance to play a key role in shaping services and improving outcomes for children, young people and families.
If you're ready to bring your referrals and commissioning expertise to a role with real influence, Blue Recruitment Personnel wants to hear from you.
Apply now, or get in touch with our team for a confidential conversation about your next career move with Blue Recruitment Personnel.