Independent Reviewing Officer IRO Conference Chair

Are you a skilled and experienced practitioner with a passion for safeguarding children?

Tameside is seeking a full-time Conference Chair to lead Child Protection Initial and Review Conferences. This is a vital statutory role where your expertise and independence will help drive forward best practice and ensure the safety and well being of vulnerable children.

• One dedicated consultant - your personal point of contact
• Weekly payroll for consistent income
• Access to ongoing CPD and training via our e-learning platform
• Weekly updates on local locum opportunities
• Refer a friend bonus - earn up to £300*

• Chair Child Protection Initial and Review Conferences within statutory timescales
• Maintain professional independence from operational and line management case responsibilities
• Conduct midpoint reviews to ensure progress and compliance in child protection plans
• Complete Practice Review Processes to identify and challenge drift, delay, or poor practice
• Provide professional input at legal gateway meetings and relevant multi-agency forums
• Chair Child in Need (CIN) meetings where required
• Undertake home visits to children as appropriate

To be considered for the role, ideally you will have:

• To be considered for the IRO role, ideally you will have:
• Significant experience chairing complex Child Protection Conferences
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance
• Ability to challenge and influence practice constructively
• Must be local to Tameside and able to work fully office based
• Qualified Social Worker with active Social Work England registration

To avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity, please apply today- or for more information call Lynne Thomson on .

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