Child Protection Chair

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Flexible Hours

Competitive Pay Rate

Continuous Professional Growth

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel in Oxford is seeking a Locum Child Protection Chair to independently chair Initial Child Protection Conferences and other safeguarding meetings in Oxfordshire. The role offers hybrid working with three office days per week and a flexible full-time or part-time schedule at £47.50 per hour.

This ongoing assignment runs until March 2027, with access to continuous professional growth and a strong emphasis on children's voices, safeguarding standards, and multi-agency

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW, or an equivalent recognised Social Work qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in safeguarding and child protection practice is essential.
• Current registration with Social Work England is required.

Responsibilities

• Independently chair Initial Child Protection Conferences, Review Child Protection Conferences, and other key safeguarding meetings as required.
• Ensure children’s voices, wishes, and lived experiences are central to safeguarding decisions and planning processes.
• Scrutinise assessments, plans, and interventions to ensure all statutory requirements and safeguarding standards are met.
• Facilitate effective multi-agency discussions, ensuring partner agencies contribute appropriately to risk assessment and protection planning.
• Monitor the quality and effectiveness of Child Protection Plans, escalating concerns where progress is insufficient.

Education

Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW, or an equivalent recognised Social Work qualification

Evidence of continuing professional development in safeguarding and child protection practice

Practice Educator, Management, or Leadership qualification is desirable

Job description

Type:
Locum | Ongoing until March 2027 | Full Time / Part Time

Join us for an exciting opportunity as a Child Protection Chair within Children’s Social Care in the heart of Oxford, Oxfordshire. Earn a rewarding £47.50 hourly in this locum role, available until March 2027. This role offers both full-time and part-time flexibility, allowing you to balance your professional commitments with your personal life.

Perks and benefits:

• Hybrid Working: Embrace a mix of home and office working, with the requirement to attend the office in Oxford 3 days per week, providing the perfect balance of convenience and collaboration.
• Flexible Hours: Cater to your lifestyle by choosing full-time or part-time hours that suit you.
• Competitive Pay Rate: Benefit from a generous £47.50 per hour, ensuring your expertise is well rewarded.
• Continuous Professional Growth: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to keep you at the forefront of child protection practice.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a role that allows you to make a meaningful difference while maintaining a healthy personal balance.

What you will do:

• Independently chair Initial Child Protection Conferences, Review Child Protection Conferences, and other key safeguarding meetings as required.
• Ensure children’s voices, wishes, and lived experiences are central to all safeguarding decisions and planning processes.
• Scrutinise assessments, plans, and interventions to ensure that all statutory requirements and safeguarding standards are met.
• Facilitate effective multi-agency discussions, ensuring that partner agencies contribute appropriately to risk assessment and protection planning.
• Monitor the quality and effectiveness of Child Protection Plans, escalating concerns where progress is insufficient.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

• Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW, or an equivalent recognised Social Work qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in safeguarding and child protection practice is essential.
• Practice Educator, Management, or Leadership qualification is desirable.

Registration & Compliance:

• Current registration with Social Work England.

Experience:

• Significant post-qualification experience within Children’s Social Care.
• Substantial experience undertaking child protection, safeguarding, and statutory social work functions.
• Previous experience chairing Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Child Reviews, or other complex multi-agency meetings.

Oxford, Oxfordshire, is a vibrant city that blends historical charm with modern living. Rich in culture and surrounded by stunning countryside, living and working here offers a fantastic quality of life along with countless opportunities for exploration and recreation. Come join a dynamic team in a dynamic city!