Bury Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We aim to deliver exceptional services that ensure the safety, care, and well-being of the children in our community. We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Independent Reviewing Officer to join our team and help us uphold these high standards.
The Role:
As an Independent Reviewing Officer, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding children by chairing multi-agency meetings and ensuring outstanding care planning. You will independently review cases involving Child Protection, Looked After Children, Private Fostering, and more, ensuring the best outcomes for children in Bury.
Key Responsibilities:
- Convene and chair Child Protection conferences, Looked After Children reviews, and other related meetings.
- Ensure compliance with regulations, guidance, and departmental procedures.
- Promote the voice of the child, ensuring their views are reflected in all decision-making.
- Monitor and challenge practice to improve quality and outcomes.
- Provide expert advice and support to staff and other agencies.
- Conduct departmental audits and contribute to service development.
About You:
We are looking for a qualified and experienced social worker with a passion for child protection and quality assurance. You will have extensive knowledge of the Children Act and related guidance, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multi-agency context.
Essential Criteria:
- Professional Social Work qualification (DiPSW, Degree, Masters, or equivalent).
- Registration with SW England.
- Significant experience in child protection and statutory childcare services.
- Supervisory experience with the ability to lead and manage teams.
- Experience in chairing professional meetings.
- Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Mayur Rabari at . or call on 0114 700 3804.
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
- DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
- Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
- Bonus for finding your own job
- Twice weekly payroll
- Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond.
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Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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