Independent Reviewing Officer (Part Time ? 22.2 hours per week)
Salary: £47K- £55,607 / Year
Job type: Permanent
Location: Chatham
Medway Council is seeking a committed Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service. This part-time role offers the opportunity to ensure high-quality services for children and young people in need of protection and those looked after by the Council.
Key Responsibilities:
* Chair complex case conferences and review meetings, ensuring full participation of children, young people, families, and professionals.
* Independently review care plans in compliance with statutory guidance.
* Challenge actions and interventions that are not delivering required outcomes.
* Contribute to quality assurance and performance management to maintain high practice standards.
* Promote children and young people’s voices, rights, and wellbeing in all decisions.
Person Specification:
* Recognised professional Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.
* Minimum of 5 years post-qualifying experience, including statutory child protection and looked-after children work.
* Extensive experience in Family Court proceedings, PLO processes, and safeguarding frameworks.
* Strong skills in report writing, communication, and engaging with children, young people, and stakeholders.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and current social work research.
* Competent in Microsoft Office and electronic children’s systems (e.g., MOSAIC).
* Full driving licence and daily use of a car.
Benefits:
* Market premia and retention payments recognising your skills and experience.
* Flexible hybrid working with office-based supervision and team meetings.
* Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
Contact: Phil at Ackerman Pierce on 02038546682, ppuaca@ackermanpierce.com
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