Independent Fostering Reviewing Officer, Wigan

Independent Fostering Reviewing Officer, Wigan
Pay rate to up to £40 per hour
Contract role
Vitalis are recruiting for an experienced Social Worker to work as an Independent Reviewing Officer to work in a Fostering team in Wigan Council.
The Independent Fostering Reviewing Officer will ensure that the Local Authority fulfils its statutory responsibility to undertake a review of the approved foster carers.
The Independent Fostering Reviewing Officer will:
You will have responsibility for the process of reviewing Wigan Children’s Services approved foster carers by organising, advising, and chairing the statutory reviews of foster carers
You will provide advice to foster carers and practitioners and hold a scrutiny and challenge role for ensuring effective assessment, CPD/ training, support and supervision, statutory visiting and achieving positive outcomes for children in their care.
Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:
Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)

• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
• Looked After Children (LAC)
• Children’s Social Work
• Adult Social Work
• Service Manager
• Head of Service
• Team Manager
• Assistant Team Manager
• A wide range of housing roles
• Careers in SEND in local authorities

 
Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
Contact me on olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk or 07521053670 for more information.