independent reviewing officer/child protection conference chair.

Are you an experienced and confident Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Sandwell Children's Services is looking for a skilled Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) and Conference Chair to join their team in Oldbury on a hybrid working basis.

This is a vital safeguarding role where you will provide independent oversight and ensure high standards of planning and review for children in care and children subject to child protection plans.

📝 Key Responsibilities:

• Chair Child Protection Conferences and Looked After Children (LAC) Reviews

• Provide robust challenge and oversight to care planning and decision-making

• Ensure all reviews are child-focused, timely, and compliant with statutory guidance

• Maintain independence in upholding children's rights and promoting best outcomes

• Monitor performance and escalate concerns where drift or delay occurs

• Work collaboratively with internal teams and partner agencies

• Contribute to service development and quality assurance

✅ Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

• Previous experience as an IRO and/or Child Protection Conference Chair

• Strong understanding of Working Together to Safeguard Children and IRO Handbook

• Skilled in chairing complex meetings and managing sensitive discussions

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

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