Our client Worcestershire county council is looking for an Independent Chair to join their Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service. This is an exciting opportunity to work within an experienced and supportive team in the Safeguarding & Quality Assurance Service. You will be joining an experienced and permanent team; this role is well supported by a dedicated Practice Manager and Business Support function - ensuring you have the time to focus on your role. You will work as part of the Team, with dual allocation of children on Child Protection Plans and a LADO caseload - you will be responsible for chairing Initial & Review Child Protection Conferences, chairing Position of Trust meetings, ensuring SMART Plans, effective information sharing to manage risk and create positive outcomes for children, young people, and their families. In this role you need to have the ability to securitise, challenge and support both Social Care Teams and partners, this is crucial, alongside strong quality assurance experience and skills. You will be an experienced and qualified Social Worker with Management Experience, registered with Social Work England, who has a solid knowledge of policy, legislation, and good practice experience, and can demonstrate a strong commitment to strong multi-agency working and child focussed practice. You will have extensive experience of chairing complex and challenging meetings with the ability to manage difficult conversations. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit
Independent Chair - Safeguarding and Quality Assurance Service employer: Remedy Social Work
Brent Council is an exceptional employer for Qualified Social Workers, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and employee well-being. With a strong commitment to community engagement and a focus on strengths-based practice, employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while benefiting from ongoing training and collaboration with dedicated professionals. Located in a vibrant area, Brent Council provides a unique environment where social workers can thrive and contribute to enhancing the lives of residents.
