Overview
The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.
The Independent Chair Service (ICS) provides independent reviewing and co-ordination of the care plans of looked after children, child protection plans, Care Leavers and plans for children in need subject to supervision orders. The ICS is in the Strategic Safeguarding and Independent Review Group in Nottinghamshire County Council. The service group also includes strategic safeguarding responsibilities including the Local Authority Designated Officer function, missing children, safeguarding children in education, child criminal exploitation and child sexual exploitation. The independent Chair Service undertake reviews using a strength based approach.
Role details
* Competency Framework: Tier 6
* Number of posts: 1
* Interview date: 20 July 2026
* Closing Date: 05 July 2026 23:55
* Salary: £44,075 - £49,282 per annum (pro rata)
* Type of vacancy: Permanent
* Work pattern: Part Time
* Hours per week: 18.50
* Work Base: Meadow House, Littleworth, NG18 2TB
* Working Arrangements: Hybrid
Responsibilities
* Chair complex meetings and demonstrate the confidence and ability to work constructively with senior managers.
* Provide social work supervision and support and contribute to safeguarding and review processes.
* Monitor the performance of the Local Authority’s function as a corporate parent with independence and the ability to challenge where appropriate.
* Communicate effectively with children and ensure that the voice of the child is promoted.
* Apply knowledge of representation and complaints procedures and define high quality practice standards to improve outcomes for looked after children.
* Demonstrate problem solving and time management skills under pressure; participate in regular supervision and be part of a supportive team.
Qualifications and requirements
* A professional social work qualification is essential.
* A minimum of five years post-qualification experience.
* Experience of providing social work supervision and support.
* Experience of chairing complex meetings and working with senior managers.
* Thorough understanding of the legal framework, regulations and guidance relating to looked after children/care leavers.
* Ability to monitor and challenge as a corporate parent and demonstrate independence.
* Competence in communicating with children and promoting the voice of the child.
Additional information
Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation. Under the Disability Confident scheme we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts unless otherwise stated. The council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires appropriate checks. We encourage applications from all candidates regardless of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
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