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Qualified Social Worker - Independent Case Conference Chair

PPR Social Care

England

Hybrid

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

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Job summary

A leading social care agency in the North West is seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to take on the role of Independent Case Conference Chair. You will lead and manage critical safeguarding conferences to improve outcomes for vulnerable children and families. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of post-qualified experience and a strong knowledge of child protection legislation. This role offers a competitive rate of £42 per hour and the chance to make a significant impact in child protection.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate
Referral bonus available
Supportive working environment

Qualifications

  • Proven ability to chair multi-agency meetings confidently.
  • Experience in advocating for children's voices in decision-making.
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Chair complex multi-agency meetings and manage dynamics.
  • Ensure statutory processes are followed and timelines are met.
  • Monitor care plans and recommend service improvements.

Skills

Child protection legislation and safeguarding procedures
Communication skills
Mediation and negotiation skills
Relationship building

Education

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
5 years' post-qualified experience working with children and families
Job description
Qualified Social Worker - Independent Case Conference Chair

Location: North West England

Pay Rate: £32 per hour

Full-Time Immediate Start

Are you a confident and experienced Qualified Social Worker ready to step into a pivotal role? We're seeking an Independent Case Conference Chair to join a passionate and high-performing team in the North West.

This is a critical safeguarding role where your expertise will help shape the futures of vulnerable children and families. As Child Protection Chair, you'll independently lead and manage Initial and Review Child Protection Conferences, Children Looked After Reviews, and Foster Carer Annual Reviews, ensuring they are conducted within statutory timelines and meet all regulatory standards.

What You'll Be Doing
  • Chairing complex multi-agency meetings, confidently managing challenging dynamics
  • Ensuring statutory processes are followed and timelines are met
  • Driving forward best outcomes for children and families through robust planning and oversight
  • Collaborating with social workers and key partners to maintain a high standard of practice
  • Monitoring care plans and making recommendations to improve service delivery
  • Advocating for children's voices to be heard in all decision-making processes
  • Offering guidance to social workers, students, and other professionals as needed
What We're Looking For
  • Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
  • A minimum of 5 years' post-qualified experience working with children and families
  • Proven ability to chair multi-agency meetings confidently and effectively
  • Strong working knowledge of child protection legislation and safeguarding procedures
  • Ability to build meaningful relationships and challenge practice where needed
  • Excellent communication, mediation, and negotiation skills
  • A passion for quality, accountability, and improving outcomes for children
  • A creative, forward-thinking, and reflective approach to practice
Why Join Us
  • Competitive £42 per hour rate
  • Opportunity to make a real impact in child protection and care planning
  • Supportive working environment with a focus on professional standards and development
  • Work with a well-established local authority team known for high-quality practice
Ideal Location

This role is easily commutable from: Manchester, Northwich, Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead, Wirral, Liverpool, Macclesfield, Skelmersdale, Wigan, Warrington, Chester, Bolton, Altrincham, Cheadle, Stockport, St Helens, Widnes, Crewe, Stoke-on-Trent, Macclesfield, Winsford, Runcorn.

Not Quite the Right Fit? We're recruiting across all areas of Qualified Social Work, including: IRO, BIA, MASH, Children in Need, Duty & Assessment, Children Looked After, Adults' Services, Team Manager, and more.

If this role isn't right for you, please get in touch - we'd love to help you find one that is.

Referral Bonus Available!

Not actively looking? Know someone who might be a perfect fit? Refer a colleague or friend and earn a generous referral bonus!

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