About the Role:
We are seeking an Independent Chair to join our dedicated Safeguarding & QA Team at Bath & North East Somerset Council.
Contracted Hours – 37 hours per week (Full-Time)
Key Responsibilities:
- Chair Child Protection Conferences and oversee the progress of child protection plans.
- Conduct midway reviews to prevent drift, delay, and escalating risk.
- Escalate concerns about drift, increased risk, or poor social work practice.
- Act as Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) for children in care, reviewing care planning.
- Use the dispute resolution process when concerns about care planning or practice arise.
- Highlight strengths and positive outcomes for children and families.
- Provide duty cover for the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) in allegations management.
Requirements:
- Qualified Social Worker
- Registered with Social Work England (SWE)
- Experience of chairing meetings
- Eligible to work in the UK
Interested?
For more information on this role or to apply, get in touch with our vendor department who will arrange for a specialist consultant to get in contact with you:
0203 906 8670