Independent Reviewing Officer(Social Work) - Telford - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Telford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency in Telford seeks an Independent Reviewing Officer to provide oversight and evaluate care plans for children and young people. This full-time locum role offers £38 per hour and the chance to make a significant impact while collaborating with local authorities. Ideal candidates should have experience in social work and a strong knowledge of child protection standards.

Benefits

Locum role flexibility

Competitive hourly rate

Valuable experience

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified social worker with relevant experience.
• Proven ability to review and evaluate care plans for children.
• Strong knowledge of child protection and local authority processes.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate plans for children and young people requiring protection.
• Provide effective independent oversight to ensure the best outcomes.
• Monitor performance of the local authority in handling cases.

Skills

Experience in social work

Child protection knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Independent Reviewing Officer(Social Work)

Job Title: Independent Reviewing Officer (Social Work)
Location: Telford, UK
Salary: £38 hourly
Duration: 3 months

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Independent Reviewing Officer specialising in social work to make a significant impact in Telford. With a rewarding hourly rate of £38, this full-time locum position offers you the chance to review plans for children and young people in need of protection, in the council’s care or those who are care leavers. Over three months, put your expertise to work and provide effective independent oversight of children’s care while monitoring and challenging local authority practices when necessary.

Perks and benefits:

• Locum role flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to choose assignments that fit your lifestyle, and gain diverse experience in various environments.
• Competitive hourly rate: Maximise your earnings with a rate that recognises and rewards your expertise.
• Gain valuable experience: Work alongside experienced professionals and enhance your portfolio with distinct locations and cases.
• Work-life balance: A full-time role that understands the importance of maintaining your personal life.

What you will do:

• Review and evaluate plans for children and young people requiring protection and care.
• Provide effective independent oversight to ensure the best outcomes for children.
• Monitor the local authority’s performance in handling children’s cases.
• Challenge and address any poor practice to ensure compliance with high standards.
• Chair Child Protection Conferences effectively as part of your role.
• Support the council’s vision and priorities through impactful collaboration.
• Assist the Team Manager in planning and achieving team and service objectives.
• Identify and highlight resource issues and provide solutions to optimise service delivery.
• Contribute to delivering standards that promote equality of opportunity.

Telford offers a fantastic environment as a vibrant town brimming with heritage and modern amenities. With beautiful parks and a thriving community spirit, Telford provides an excellent place to balance work with leisure activities. Joining the team here provides not just professional growth but also an enriching local lifestyle. Embrace this opportunity and make Telford your professional playground.

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