Middlesbrough Children's Services is seeking an experienced and motivated Independent Reviewing Officer to join our Review and Development Unit on a part-time basis working 22.5 hours per week.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in improving outcomes for children and young people by providing independent oversight, scrutiny and challenge in relation to care planning and safeguarding arrangements for Children in Care and those subject to Child Protection Plans.

As an Independent Reviewing Officer, you will chair Child Protection Conferences and Reviews for Children in Care, ensuring that children's voices, experiences and aspirations remain at the centre of planning and decision-making. You will promote high standards of practice through effective challenge, quality assurance activity and partnership working across Children's Services and partner agencies.

We are looking for a qualified Social Worker with significant post-qualifying experience in children's social care, a strong understanding of safeguarding and care planning, and the confidence to provide robust scrutiny and challenge where required. Experience of chairing complex meetings, building positive professional relationships and maintaining a clear focus on achieving the best outcomes for children and young people is essential.

Join our experienced, fully permanent Review and Development Unit and benefit from a 15% monthly market supplement while helping to shape better outcomes for Middlesbrough's children and young people.

If you are passionate about championing children's rights, promoting high-quality practice and making a positive difference to the lives of children and families, we would welcome your application.

For an informal discussion or if you have any questions about the role, please contact Gemma Maile, Service Manager, at gemma_maile@middlesbrough.gov.uk.

Together, we can create brighter futures for Middlesbrough's children and young people.

Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

If you are viewing this advert on the North East Jobs website, please go to Vacancies ¦ Middlesbrough Council to view the Job Description & Person Specification and apply for the role.

The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.