Independent Reviewing Officer

1 day ago

SouthendonSea, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom Ackerman Pierce Ltd Full time
Job Title: Independent Reviewing Officer - Children's Social Care

Location: Southend-on-Sea City Council

Job Type: Part-Time (22 hours per week)

Salary: Level 10

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Independent Reviewing Officer to join our team at Southend-on-Sea City Council. As a key member of our social care team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and safety of children in our care.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Chair reviews for children in foster, adoptive, and residential placements, ensuring that care plans meet legal and council standards.
  2. Facilitate meaningful engagement with children, parents, and professional agencies to ensure that care plans focus on positive outcomes.
  3. Chair Child Protection Conferences in line with SET Child Protection Procedures.
  4. Monitor care plans and escalate any concerns through formal channels when necessary.
  5. Ensure that all meetings and documentation are timely, thorough, and focused on improving children's lives.
Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  1. Essential: Registered Social Worker with Social Work England, with a Diploma, BA/BSc, or MA/MSc in Social Work.

Significant experience in statutory social work teams, especially in fostering, adoption, and complex case management.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with children, families, and professionals.

Ability to provide clear, supportive direction and challenge when necessary to achieve the best outcomes for children.

Proficiency in computer systems to manage records and research information.

What We Offer:

We offer a rewarding and challenging work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of our team, you will have access to:

  1. Hybrid working model: combination of home, office, and community-based work.
  2. Requirement to travel within and outside Southend.
  3. Driving license required.

Apply today to become a crucial part of Southend-on-Sea's commitment to safeguarding children and driving positive change in their lives.

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