Independent Reviewing Officer
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
13/03/2023
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 02/04/2023 23:59
Salary:
£42,503 - £46,549
Job Category:
Social Care - Children Service
Employment Location:
Your normal place of work will be at an approved team location, plus hybrid working, but you may be required to work at any Council workplace within County Durham
Further Information
Independent Reviewing Officers
We are looking for passionate Independent Reviewing Officers committed to improving the lives of vulnerable children, young people, and their families, and who will model high expectations for all professionals working with children.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work collaboratively with other professionals and play a key role in the development of best practice in care planning and service provision for children and young people.
What is involved?
You will act as an Independent Chairperson in Children in Care Reviews, overseeing the progression of timely and high-quality plans for children in our care.
You will also chair child protection conferences, private fostering reviews, secure accommodation reviews, foster carer reviews, disruption meetings and complex planning meetings. You will be key in holding involved agencies to account, ensuring that children living in high-risk situations are protected and their needs met.
You will be focused on improving outcomes for children, young people, and their families. Your excellent communication skills and ability to work sensitively will support you to ensure the child / young person’s views are considered.
With professional confidence, you will work constructively with senior managers, offering a critical perspective and appropriate challenge to ensure timely progression of plans for children.
Rewards and Benefits
You will join a fantastic team where you are valued, and your wellbeing is a priority.
You will be supported to work flexibly and to have a good work/life balance. We operate a hybrid working model with home working options.
We are committed to providing our staff with the opportunities they need to develop and progress at all stages of their career.
You will benefit from a range of training opportunities and professional development through personalised induction, professional supervision, mentoring and a strong management programme to grow and enhance your skills.
Find out more about our rewards and benefits package:
https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits
What will I need?
A social care qualification to degree level (a degree in Social Work) or equivalent, a current Social Work England Registration, and 5 years post-qualifying experience with children and families.
You will also need:
• Significant experience of partnership and multi-agency working
• A thorough understanding of the legal framework relating to children in our care, care experienced children and safeguarding children
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to establish constructive working relationships
• Enthusiasm and professional confidence
You will be required to apply for a Disclosure & Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.
Take a look at the person specification for the full criteria.
Where can I get further information?
For more information about the post and the team we encourage you to speak to Gemma Cross on 03000 267138 or via e-mail at gemma.cross@durham.gov.uk or Carmel Murray on 03000 262833 or via e-mail at carmel.murray@durham.gov.uk
You can also find further information within the supporting documents.
It is anticipated that interviews will be held on 18th April 2023
Apply on-line or for further assistance contact the Payroll & Employee Services Team Email: PESCYPS@durham.gov.uk
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise the value of difference, having a diverse talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and can provide support throughout the recruitment process, for more information please refer to the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion page on our website.
In line with the County Council’s Recruitment & Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CV’s. Any information provided on CV’s will not be considered for short-listing purposes.
Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, including your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email after the closing date for notification from ‘DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK’ as you will not be notified by any other means.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.