Independent Reviewing Officer​/Child Protection Chair Sanctuary Personal

Independent Reviewing Officer / Child Protection Chair

Job Title: Independent Reviewing Officer / Child Protection Chair

Specialism: Children’s Social Work

Location: Stockport, UK

Salary: £40.00 per hour

Contract: Ongoing

Full-Time/Part-Time: Available

We are seeking a motivated and experienced professional to join our team as an Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) / Child Protection Chair in Stockport. This ongoing role offers flexibility with full-time or part-time options and a competitive hourly rate of £40.00. Join us to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives while benefiting from the variety and professional growth opportunities that locum work provides.

• Flexible Working: Choose full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive Pay: £40.00 per hour recognising your expertise and contribution.
• Professional Development: On-the-job learning opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.
• Variety of
  
  Experience:
  
  Exposure to a broad range of cases and situations, enriching your professional journey.

To provide independent oversight of children’s care and protection plans, ensuring statutory compliance, safeguarding, and positive outcomes for children and young people. The IRO/CP Chair ensures that child protection and looked-after children plans are reviewed effectively, that children’s voices are central to decision-making, and that statutory responsibilities are met.

• Chair statutory Looked After Children (LAC) reviews in line with the Children Act 1989 and 2004.
• Monitor the implementation of care plans, permanency arrangements, and support services.
• Ensure the voices and views of children and young people are central to decision-making.
• Identify delays, gaps, or risks in service delivery and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Maintain accurate records of reviews, decisions, and recommendations.
• Chair Child Protection Conferences (CPCs) in line with Working Together guidance.
• Ensure child protection plans are clear, actionable, and implemented by relevant agencies.
• Collaborate with social workers, families, professionals, and foster carers to review progress against child protection objectives.
• Identify safeguarding concerns, risks, or emerging patterns in children’s care and protection.
• Liaise with schools, health professionals, voluntary organisations, and other agencies to support children’s welfare.

Stockport offers a unique mix of vibrant culture and tranquil surroundings. From stunning parks and historic landmarks to cultural events and community engagement, the town provides an excellent balance of professional and personal life. It’s an ideal location to work, live, and make a real difference in children’s social care.

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