For local authorities
One consistent interface for placement searching
Search current provider-maintained availability, compare standardised provider information and send structured initial enquiries through one workflow. MyPlacementHub provides digital infrastructure for placement searching and structured enquiries. It does not make placement decisions.
Permanently free for local authorities. Pilot recruitment is open.
Workflow
From search to enquiry in one place
- 1
Search availability
Filter participating providers by location, age range, placement type and needs supported.
- 2
Compare provision
Every provider uses the same standardised profile structure, so services can be compared consistently.
- 3
Send a structured enquiry
Initial enquiries capture placement requirements only — no child-identifiable information is required.
- 4
Progress your own decision
Responses are time-stamped and traceable. The placement decision remains entirely with your authority.
Why commissioning teams use it
Operational clarity, without changing who decides
Less repeated outreach
Reduce the volume of speculative calls and email chains needed to establish who currently has capacity.
Clear confirmation status
Each vacancy shows when the provider last confirmed it, so teams can judge how current the information is.
Safeguarding-led by default
Structured enquiries are designed so identifying information is not required to start a conversation.
Independent by design
Does not act as a placement agency
Does not broker placements
Does not receive commission per placement
Does not sell referrals
Does not commercially rank providers
Does not recommend placement decisions
Placement responsibility remains with the relevant local authority.