Fitness to Practise Officer

Keenan Healthcare; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Fitness to Practise Officer in Belfast. This full-time position offers a salary of £19.10 per hour. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and significant experience in formal investigations, as well as strong communication skills. Responsibilities include conducting investigations and providing advice to social care professionals. The role is ongoing with a focus on compliance with legislation and best practices.

Qualifications

• Possess a degree or professional qualification in law, HR or social work.
• Experience of formal investigation and presenting information in formal settings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out investigations into the suitability of applicants for registration.
• Provide advice to social workers on matters relating to fitness to practise.

Skills

Investigative skills

Legal knowledge

Communication skills

Case management

Education

Degree in law, human resources or social work

At least five years of relevant experience

Job description

Keenan Recruitment has been contracted to recruit on behalf of Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC).

Position: Fitness to Practise Officer

Pay: Band 6 - £19.10 per hour

Hours of work: Full-time, ongoing contract

T he role would particularly suit a qualified legal professional, and/or those who have experience of managing their own caseload of investigations.

Main Purpose of Job

The Fitness to Practise Officer will:

• Carry out investigations into the suitability of applicants for registration.
• Carry out investigations into referrals and allegations about registered social workers and social care workers.
• Ensure that investigatory processes are carried out in accordance with established NISCC procedure and legislative requirements and that methods of investigation comply with best practice.
• Provide advice to social workers and social care workers on matters relating to fitness to practise.

Criteria

Possess a degree or a professional qualification in law, human resources or social work and at least two years’ relevant experience to include experience of formal investigation and presenting information in formal settings, for example, court settings, disciplinary hearings or case conferences.

OR

At least five years’ relevant experience to include experience of formal investigation and of presenting information in formal settings, for example, court settings, disciplinary hearings or case conferences.

Contact Aideen Duggan for a full job description T: 02890021616 or [e-mail]

Keenan Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer, acting as an Employment Business on behalf of our Clients for temporary work and an Employment Agency for providing permanent employment with our Clients.

Keenan Recruitment is proudly a Corporate Member of REC - 10638 (Recruitment and Employment Confederation) adhering to all current employment legislation.

Location: Belfast | Salary: £19.10 per hour | Job type: Contract | Posted: 14/11/2025

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