Sales and Placements Officer

Full Time, Permanent Sales Role in Derby

We are seeking a confident and outgoing Sales & Partnerships Officer who will be responsible for spearheading partnership growth whilst leading the effective generation, coordination and management of all parent/carer referrals. This commercially focused role will contribute to the achievement of placement targets by strengthening awareness of SENAD services with decision makers in local authority education/social care departments, health boards and families alike.

In order to be successful you will have a demonstrable track record in business development in a service industry sector with sound relationship building and influencing skills. As a versatile communicator, you will be able to represent the Group professionally at events and in conversations with professionals, whilst providing empathetic, calm support and advice to parents/carers navigating complex decisions or who are in crisis.

You should be proficient in using MS Office and CRM systems and ideally you will have some experience of working with Local Authorities / Health Commissioners or within SEND / adult care environments. Knowledge of the Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP) process would also be a distinct advantage. You must be proactive and results driven with exceptional communication skills.

We would love to welcome you to our team and will support, train and develop you. UK travel will be required to attend conferences and events (sometimes on an evening or weekend) it is therefore essential that you are flexible and can drive with your own means of transport. Your work base will be our Derby central office (DE1 1UQ)