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 Knowsley, Merseyside area. The role will be based in the Safeguarding and Quality Assurance service.
Benefits:
- Dedicated consultant - one point of contact
- Keep your CPD/training up to date by accessing our e-learning online portal
- Weekly payroll
- Competitive pay rates
- 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:
- Chairing Reviews: Lead statutory reviews of children's care plans, ensuring that they meet the needs of the child and comply with legal and policy requirements.
- Quality Assurance: Monitor the quality and effectiveness of the care provided to children and young people, ensuring compliance with safeguarding standards.
- Advocacy: Act as an advocate for the child, ensuring their views are central to the planning and decision-making process.
- Collaboration: Work closely with social workers, carers, and other professionals involved in the child's care to ensure coordinated and effective service delivery.
- Reporting: Prepare detailed reports and recommendations following reviews, highlighting areas of good practice and areas for improvement.
- Challenge: Where necessary, challenge decisions and practices that are not in the child's best interest, escalating concerns when appropriate.
- Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of services, using feedback from reviews to influence practice and policy.
To be considered for the IRO role...ideally, you will have:
- BSc Social Work or equivalent
- Social Work England Registration
- Fostering Independent Review Experience
- Experience in a similar IRO or quality assurance role.
- In-depth knowledge legal frameworks with associated statutory legislation and statutory guidance
To avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity please apply today...Or for more information or a confidential discussion please call Lynne Thomson @ QSW Hub 0330 0248 775
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