Job Title: Brokerage OfficerLocation: RemotePay Rate: 18.22Contract type: Part-time, temporary (3 month contract with a view to extend)Working Hours: 14.5 hours per week Friday: 10:30 - 17:00 Saturday: 09:00 - 13:30 Sunday: 09:00 - 13:30Role OverviewPertemps is currently recruiting for a proactive and detail-oriented Brokerage Officer to join the growing team at the London Borough of Harrow. The Brokerage Officer plays a key role in enabling safe and secure placements for vulnerable adults and children that best meet the outcomes identified in their support plans. The post holder will develop effective working relationships with care providers, gaining a detailed understanding of their capabilities and specialist services.This role is central to enabling quality placements that meet the needs of individuals with a wide range of requirements, including complex and demanding care needs.Key ResponsibilitiesWork collaboratively with Care Managers, providers, service users and families to identify and procure appropriate residential, nursing, supported living and community-based services for adults and children with disabilities.Prioritise providers based on capacity, capability, urgency, cultural needs and individual circumstances.Monitor quality of service provision and manage service failures and complaints.Ensure placements meet CQC requirements and liaise with Safeguarding teams as required.Essential RequirementsDetailed knowledge of Adult Social Care services including resi