Remedy Recruitment Group are currently seeking an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer/Child Protection Chair to work within Barnsley Council.
Job Purpose
1. Chair and take responsibility for the conduct of all conferences/reviews ensuring that each meeting is held in accordance with Legislation, Associated regulations and guidance and departmental processes
2. To monitor the Care plan, ensuring that actions are carried out within timescales and outcomes are monitored and ensure the review takes place within statutory timescales
3. To advocate on behalf of the child where the child or chair perceives an inadequacy of service provision or where the child's legitimate wishes and feelings conflict with the views or others who have responsibility for the child
4. Ensure the appropriate arrangements are made for the child to be informed about the meeting. To promote the engagement and participation of children and their families
5. To be responsible for the overall management of the service in relation to LAC and Child Protection (CP) Plan and contribute to the development of Council Policy, practice and services, efficiency and effectiveness by developing working groups and training forums as required.
6. To monitor and evaluate the standards and effectiveness of service delivery and to provide regular reports and feedback.
7. Provide professional advice, guidance and information.
8. Undertake visits to...