Job Title: Child Protection ChairSpecialism: Social CareLocation: Ealing, UKSalary: £45.20 per hourType: Locum (3 months, Full-time, 35 hours per week)
Are you ready to embrace an exhilarating opportunity as a Child Protection Chair in Ealing? We invite you to join our dynamic team for a 3-month locum position, offering competitive pay at £45.20 per hour for a 35-hour work week. Make a meaningful difference in the world of social care while enjoying the benefits of locum work and the vibrant community of Ealing.
Perks and benefits:
- Locum flexibility: Choose assignments that suit your schedule and lifestyle, giving you the freedom to balance work and leisure effortlessly.
- Variety: Enjoy the variety that this role brings, keeping your career dynamic and fulfilling.
- Professional experience: Gain valuable experience across different settings and expand your professional network.
- Meaningful impact: Contribute to protecting children’s welfare in a crucial way and make a positive difference in their lives.
What you will do:
- Act as a lead advisor on child protection issues within the Council and provide guidance to external agencies on best practices.
- Chair Child Protection Conferences and complex strategy meetings, including those involving allegations against professionals, to ensure that decision‑making promotes the welfare and safety of children within a multi‑agency framework.
- Perform quality assurance reviews of child protection and child care practices, setting high standards to improve practice outcomes.
- Ensure all safeguarding decisions comply with relevant legislation and guidance such as the Children Act 1989 and 2004, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and the London Child Protection Procedures.
- Facilitate the participation of parents and children by providing them with essential information and support to promote effective collaboration.
- Foster effective multi‑agency cooperation to safeguard children and enhance their welfare, ensuring positive outcomes.
- Chair complex meetings concerning allegations against professionals, safeguarding children and maintaining proper records in accordance with Department for Education returns and performance requirements.
- Implement the Council’s equal opportunity policies throughout all service delivery and employment practices.
- Participate in raising standards and improving service delivery as part of the Child Protection and Safeguarding Team Service Plan.
- Conduct audits of children subject to Child Protection plans as needed.
- Ensure electronic records are current and produced within required timescales.
- Contribute to and deliver training and professional practice forums on Child Protection and Safeguarding as necessary.
- Step in for the Safeguarding, Review and Quality Assurance Manager when required.
- Address complaints in line with departmental policies.
Working in Ealing means being part of a vibrant, diverse community situated just a short journey from the heart of London. Enjoy a rich cultural scene, lush parks, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Make Ealing your professional and personal playground and thrive in an inviting and supportive environment.
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