Role OverviewThis 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.What You’ll Be DoingManaging all incoming referrals across the group, from first point of contact through to placementScreening and assessing referrals against service criteria, and coordinating matching discussions with operational teamsPreparing and submitting high-quality placement proposalsMaintaining accurate referral and occupancy records, and tracking referral outcomes and conversion ratesEnsuring timely, professional responses to local authorities and commissioners at every stageBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with Local Authorities, Commissioning Teams, Health Partners and Youth Justice ServicesAttending provider events and commissioning forums, promoting the organisation’s services to external stakeholdersIdentifying new commissioning opportunities and supporting business development activityDriving occupancy across Residential Homes, Supported Accommodation and Family Support ServicesProducing occupancy forecasts and reports, and monitoring market trends and placement demandSupporting the successful launch of new services and projectsWhat You’ll NeedExperience in children’s social care, supported accommodation, or commissioningA strong understanding of referral pathways and local authority processesExcellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage senior professionals and commissionersCommercial awareness and a solid grasp of occupancy managementStrong organisational and administrative abilitiesDesirable experience in any of the following: Children’s Residential Care; Supported Accommodation; Family Support Services; Commissioning Teams; Business Development within Social CareWhy This Role 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.

Referrals & Commissioning Coordinator

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