Kent’s Independent Reviewing Service is seeking to recruit a full-time permanent Independent Reviewing Officer. This post provides an exciting opportunity to influence the delivery of good social work practice and promote positive outcomes for children and young people in our care. Successful applicants will be part of a large and supportive team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Chair complex multi-agency meetings.
2. Promote positive outcomes for children and young people in care.
3. Develop effective working relationships with Social Workers, their managers, and other professionals.
Minimum Requirements
1. Recognised Social Work qualification.
2. Registered with Social Work England.
3. Extensive experience within Children’s Services, including previous LAC experience.
4. Team Leader/Manager experience with supervisory duties.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
6. Proven IT skills and ability to prioritize work under tight deadlines.
7. Full UK Driving Licence.
This role requires travel across a relatively wide geographical area. Interviews will be held face to face at Sessions House, Maidstone, and will consist of a brief presentation exercise, as well as an interview panel.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and registration as a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England.
KCC is committed to building a diverse workforce and encourages applications from all backgrounds.
Please contact Joanna Dunn, Business Support Lead, at joanna.dunn@kent.gov.uk for more information.
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