Co-ordinator Review & Child Protection

Job Title: Co-ordinator Review & Child Protection (3 month ongoing Contract)
Company: Optima Plus Recruitment
Location: Walsall
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Hourly Rate: £38.00
About Us: Optima Plus Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented individuals with rewarding employment opportunities. We specialize in matching skilled professionals with reputable organizations across various industries.
Job Description: We are currently seeking an experienced, qualified Social Worker to take responsibility for ensuring the Client discharges its duty to provide a quality social work and reviewing service to children who may have, or may need a child protection plan and looked after children.
Responsibilities:
* To chair child protection conferences and looked after children’s reviews in accordance with the Children Act 1989, Children & Adoption Act 2002, Children Leaving Care Act 2000 and Children Act 2004, Working Together 2018, Care Planning and Placement regulations 2011, the IRO handbook and the Family Justice Review 2011.
* To ensure that child protection plans and care plans are developed and reviewed to ensure good outcomes for children and young people.
* To provide consultation to the wider service and partner agencies about child protection and care planning.
* Ensure that children, young people and family members are appropriately informed of procedures and processes and are supported and encouraged to make a full and active contribution to meetings
* To operate at all times within the professional ethics and disciplines of social work as described in the professional code of conduct and HCPC requirements
* Ensure that children and young people have a voice and that their views and feelings are considered when decisions are being made
Requirements:
* Social Work Qualification, BA, MA, CQSW, CSS, DipSW
* Social Work England Registration
* Full driving licence valid for use in the UK
* Access to a car
* Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post
* Ability/willingness to travel from location to location
Benefits:
* Competitive daily rate.
* Opportunity to work with a reputable organization.
* Potential for extension or permanent employment based on performance.
How to Apply: If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!
Application Deadline: 17th June 2024
Contact Information: Suzanne Field
Optima Plus Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace environment