Enhance your career as an Independent Reviewing Officer with Medway Council in Chatham. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and the chance to impact children's welfare.

Medway

Council is seeking a dedicated Independent Reviewing Officer to join their team. The position involves chairing reviews for looked-after children and ensuring their care plans are effective. You will be responsible for monitoring local authority performance and advocating for children's voices in their plans. Your senior-level experience in Children's Social Care will be essential for holding services accountable. Key Responsibilities:

- Chair reviews for looked-after children effectively
- Monitor local authority performance in child welfare




- Address issues of drift or delay impacting children
- Ensure children's voices are heard in their plans
- Build relationships with social workers and partner agencies

Requirements:

- Recognised Social Work qualification and registration
- Substantial post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Care
- Experience chairing reviews or readiness to take on that role
- Robust analytical and decision-making skills
- Constructive challenge capability

Join Medway Council to make a significant difference in children's lives.

📌 Independent Reviewing Officer at Medway Council (Chatham-Kent)
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