Independent Reviewing Officer - Looked After Children in Barnsley, South Yorkshire

JOB-20240819-db742659

Independent Reviewing Officer - Looked After Children

Location: Barnsley, UK
Salary: £40 Hourly
Type: Full-time, Ongoing

Here's an exciting opportunity for a full-time Independent Reviewing Officer specialising in Looked After Children in Barnsley. Earning an attractive £40 hourly, this ongoing role allows you to be at the forefront of driving care planning and promoting positive outcomes for our looked after children and young people. We are seeking an enthusiastic professional who is a strong advocate for young people and deeply invested in their wellbeing and outcomes. If you are committed to making a difference, this could be the ideal role for you.

Perks and benefits:

Enjoy competitive pay that recognises your expertise and dedication, taking your career to the next level with confidence. This opportunity not only provides the ideal platform for professional growth in a fulfilling role but also offers flexible shifts, enabling you to seamlessly balance personal and work life. Join a vibrant work environment where support and teamwork are at the forefront, fostering a community of collaboration and shared success. Experience the variety and challenge each day brings, broadening your skills and making a real difference. Alongside structured advancement opportunities, you'll enjoy being part of a team that truly values each member's contribution.

What you will do:

- Chairing looked after children reviews, focusing on overseeing and quality assuring the planning and review process for each young person.
- Proactively understanding and promoting the young person’s voice, driving plans that are aspirational and support them to achieve stability and permanence.
- Conducting face-to-face visits with young people between every looked after review meeting and ensuring IRO midway reviews are conducted to track the progression of young people’s plans.
- Engaging in face-to-face looked after reviews in Barnsley, following best practices for effective meetings.
- Bringing substantial experience in statutory social work teams, particularly in working with looked after children and families.
- Utilising your experience in chairing complex meetings and working within a multi-agency framework.
- Applying a thorough understanding of the legal framework related to looked after children, including Care Planning Regulations and the duties and responsibilities outlined in the IRO Handbook.
- Joining a friendly, supportive, and committed team committed to the ongoing development and positive outcomes for young people.

Barnsley offers the perfect blend of culture, community, and countryside. Nestled in the heart of South Yorkshire, it's a great place to live and work, boasting affordable living, vibrant cultural scenes, and stunning natural beauty. Whether you're exploring the countryside or enjoying local eateries, Barnsley provides a welcoming and enriching environment for both personal and professional life. Here’s your chance to thrive in a role that offers both challenge and reward in this idyllic town.

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