Independent Reviewing Officer

Randstad Care; Bury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Independent Reviewing Officer to provide exceptional support to Children's Services in Bury. This role involves chairing multi-agency meetings related to child protection and ensuring the best outcomes for children. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc in Social Work or equivalent, along with Social Work England Registration. You will be responsible for developing practices that enhance the welfare of children and providing consultation on safeguarding issues. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise and commitment to improving children's lives.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant

CPD/training access

Weekly payroll

Referral bonus up to £300

Qualifications

• Experience in chairing child protection conferences is essential.
• Knowledge of legal frameworks and statutory guidance is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent chairing for multi-agency meetings.
• Develop consistent practices for children's welfare.
• Advise on safeguarding issues and evaluate plans.

Skills

Child Protection Knowledge

Consultation Skills

Partnership Working

Deadline Management

Safeguarding Issues

Education

BSc Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Are you a committed Independent Reviewing Officer?

Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services?

We have an excellent Locum Independent Reviewing Officer opportunity available in the Bury, Greater Manchester area.

Benefits

• Dedicated consultant - one point of contact
• Keep your CPD/training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portal
• Weekly payroll
• Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality
• Receive up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&C's apply)

Responsibilities:

• Provide an independent chairing service for multi-agency and departmental meetings in matters relating to Child Protection and Looked after Children.
• Develop and ensure good and consistent practice for the children.
• Provide consultation and advice on all Safeguarding issues.
• Prepare, produce, implement and evaluate individual children, families, carers and professional colleagues.

To be considered for the IRO role, ideally, you will have:

• BSc Social Work or equivalent
• Social Work England Registration
• Experience of chairing child protection conferences
• In-depth knowledge of legal frameworks with associated statutory legislation and statutory guidance
• Ability to challenge when progress of planning is not improving outcomes for children
• Ability to promote partnership working to improve the lived experience of the child
• Ability to meet deadlines and adhere to performance indicators
• Understanding of legislation for Children in Need; Children subject to child protection plans; pathway plans and children Looked After

To avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity please apply today. For more information or a confidential discussion, please call Lynne Thomson @ QSW Hub (phone number removed).

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

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