Qualified Social Worker IRO

Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker? Do you have experience working as an Independent Reviewing Officer? Are you looking for a new opportunity where you can make an impactful difference to Children and their Families? Yes? Randstad are recruiting a Qualified Social Worker to join Blackpool Council's Cared for Children team as an IRO. This is a full time role, offering a fantastic pay rate of £40 per hour. Benefits: Hybrid working Mileage reimbursement Supervision Competitive rates of pay Weekly pay One committed and dedicated point of contact An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer to us (T&Cs apply) A full range of free training available Access to 100's of discounts on the Happi App Access to free healthcare and financial advice Responsibilities: Facilitate and chair regular statutory reviews for children in care, ensuring their care plans are robust, relevant, and in the child's best interest. Continuously monitor the implementation of children's care plans to ensure they are meeting statutory requirements and aligned with the child's needs, development, and wishes. Ensure the child's voice is central to the planning and review process by advocating for their needs and rights, ensuring their views are heard and considered at every stage. Challenge local authority decisions and escalate concerns when necessary, ensuring timely interventions to safeguard the child's well-being. Contribute to the overall quality assurance of services by identifying areas for improvement in care planning and practice and providing feedback to social work teams and management. Liaise with social workers, foster carers, health professionals, education providers, and other stakeholders to ensure a holistic and coordinated approach to the child's care. Prepare detailed reports and maintain accurate records of review meetings, decisions, and recommendations in line with organizational policies and legal requirements. Ensure that all care planning and reviewing processes comply with statutory frameworks, including the Children Act 1989 and relevant regulations. Act as a safeguarding lead during reviews, ensuring all potential safeguarding concerns are identified and addressed promptly. Requirements: Social Work England registered Enhanced DBS Social Work Degree or equivalent Experience: Children If you have any further questions, or wish to apply for this role then please contact Hannah on 0330 024 8775 otherwise Apply Below and I will be in touch soon. Are you thinking about a change in your career but not sure about this role? Whether you are an existing candidate, new to the locum market and are exploring some options or looking for a new permanent role, we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility. If you wish to discuss this further please call 0330 024 8775 and we would be happy to have a confidential discussion. 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. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing. TPBN1_UKTJ