Randstad Care
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Northallerton, North Yorkshire
Independent Review Officer (IRO)
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Overview
If your passion is in social care don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to work within this outstanding authority. Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council is currently looking for an Independent Reviewing Officer to join team for three month contract with the view to extend. Your role will focus on chairing initial and review child protection conferences. Authority offers: Clear progression routes Easy transport links Located in the Town Centre Easy access to local amenities Provided with a work phone & tablet from the outset of contract Access to all training course available to permanent staff members Benefits of Randstad An unlimited referral incentive, £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us Full range of training available Support & training in line with HCPC A committed & dedicated consultant Salary This full time position offers an attractive hourly rate of up to £250 an day (Umbrella) Responsibilities The ability to communicate with children, young people, and their families. To ensure the child's views are considered by the local authority. To have the sufficient relevant social work experience in children's social care to undertake the required functions. To have the confidence and ability to work constructively with senior managers, offering a critical perspective and appropriate challenge. To have a thorough understanding of the legal process and the issues involved when a local authority makes an application for a care order. A thorough knowledge of 'Working Together' and quality practice in working with children and families to safeguard children and promote their welfare To have a thorough understanding of the legal process and the issues involved when a local authority makes an application for a care order. A thorough knowledge of 'Working Together' and quality practice in working with children and families to safeguard children and promote their welfare The successful candidate must Be passionate about improving the lives of young children & their families Experience of managing and supervising social workers. Extensive post-qualifying experience as a social work practitioner in relation to Children and Families in relation to children looked after and children subject to child protection plans, including legal proceedings: as per the IRO Handbook. Significant experience of partnership and multi-agency working. Experience of development and maintenance of quality assurance systems. Be a qualified social worker Be HCPC registered If you wish to apply for this role or would like to discuss other opportunities available within social care please contact Ethan Proud on 01912331381 Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.