Job Title: Children Social Worker (Independent Reviewing Officer)
Specialism: Independent Reviewing Officer
Location: Isle of Wight, UK
Salary: £47.50 Hourly
Type: Full Time
Duration: Ongoing
Are you an exceptional Children Social Worker looking for an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact? We are seeking a skilled Independent Reviewing Officer to join our team on the beautiful Isle of Wight. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £47.50, providing a rewarding and fulfilling career path in a full-time position. Dive into this engaging role and become an integral part of shaping the future for our children and young people. This ongoing opportunity invites you to bring your innovative spirit and dynamic approach to Child Protection Conferencing and Looked After Children reviews.
Perks and Benefits:
- Locum Job: Embrace the flexibility and variety that come with locum work, allowing you the freedom to manage your own schedule and work-life balance.
- Island Life: Relocate to the Isle of Wight and enjoy the island’s idyllic landscapes, vibrant community, and array of outdoor activities.
- Professional Development: Engage in continuous learning and professional growth opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge in children’s services.
- Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values input and fosters an environment of mutual respect and growth.
- Travel Opportunities: Experience travel subsidies for consultations and conferences off the island, broadening your professional network.
What You Will Do:
- Help implement a revised approach to Child Protection Conferencing based on the Signs of Safety model, ensuring plans capture family strengths and key risk factors.
- Explore innovative mechanisms to ensure children’s voices are heard and valued in CP and LAC reviews.
- Chair multi-agency reviews and conferences, providing specialist consultation and quality assurance.
- Be responsible for decision making, ensuring reviews comply with statutory timescales and professional standards.
- Promote child-centred, outcome-focused plans that incorporate both resilience factors and challenges.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with key partners to enhance children’s outcomes.
- Monitor performance to ensure children’s views are integral to decision making and planning.
- Advocate for equality, fairness, and dignity in every interaction and decision.
Leadership and Quality Assurance:
- Provide independent leadership and advice on practice matters within children’s services.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation to ensure proactive service responses.
- Audit and review individual cases to ensure safety and quality of practice, providing constructive feedback.
Join us on the Isle of Wight, a place rich with natural beauty, historical sites, and a welcoming community. Living and working on the island provide opportunities for both career and leisure, from coastal walks to cultural festivals. Become a key player in a thriving children’s services team, make a meaningful difference in young lives, and enjoy all the wonders the Isle of Wight has to offer.
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Children Social Worker (Independent Reviewing Officer) employer: Sanctuary Personnel Ltd
Sanctuary Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With flexible hybrid working arrangements in vibrant Haringey, employees benefit from a collaborative environment, comprehensive training, and opportunities for growth within the social care sector, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young adults.
