Social Worker, Child Development​/Support

Bury Council has a new permanent position available for an Independent Reviewing Officer/Child Protection Case Conference Chair to work full time based in Bury, Greater Manchester.

Location: Bury, Greater Manchester

Working Hours:

Full-time, 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £52,413 – £53,460 per annum

The Council is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the well‑being of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees to uphold this dedication. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check via the Disclosure and Barring Service at the appropriate level.

• Convenient Parking: Complimentary car parking pass
• Professional Fee Coverage: Reimbursement of your Social Work England registration fees
• Work‑Life Balance: Flexible and adaptable working arrangements to encourage and help you maintain a healthy balance
• Educational
  
  Incentives:
  
  Reward of up to £1,000 upon successful completion of the practice educator programme for social work students
• Training and Development: Access to extensive training programmes
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Exclusive discounts on gym memberships and access to salary sacrifice schemes
• Generous Leave Policy: Attractive annual leave allowance with Greater Manchester Combined Authority continuous service commitment
• Financial Security: Participation in a highly competitive local government pension scheme

• Provide high‑quality social work services to children in need and their families, adhering to the principles outlined in the Children Act.
• Conduct detailed assessments and inquiries for children who may have experienced or are at risk of significant harm; seek legal orders as needed with appropriate management and legal advice.
• Engage with service users in various environments, including their homes, the office, and other relevant settings for social work practice.
• Draft comprehensive and professional reports for court proceedings and other purposes.
• Represent the Local Authority in court, providing verbal evidence during public and private hearings and presenting written evidence as required.
• Maintain accurate client records in compliance with statutory and departmental requirements.
• Participate in and, where necessary, lead child protection conferences, statutory reviews, core groups, and departmental meetings.
• Represent the Local Authority during case transfers between authorities, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Assist in the development and execution of plans for children in need, including child protection, looked‑after children, and family support.
• Contribute to the team’s effectiveness by attending team meetings and supporting team development initiatives.
• Provide cover to the Children and Families Social Work Teams as needed.
• Apply a broad range of social work skills, methods, and techniques when working directly with service users.
• Work cooperatively with other social workers and professionals as deemed appropriate by the Fieldwork Team Manager or their supervisors.
• Assist in the organization and administration of social work duties associated with the role.
• Provide information to aid in the planning, implementation, or monitoring of services for departmental or official purposes.
• Work effectively within established professional and family networks to support individual children and their families.
• Follow departmental, council, and government policies and procedures diligently.
• Participate in supervision as per departmental guidelines and adhere to any plans or commitments made during supervision sessions.
• Lead meetings within child protection procedures when agreed upon by the Team Manager or Fieldwork Managers.
• Advocate for clients with other local authority departments and with private and voluntary agencies, ensuring no conflict with the role of a local authority employee.
• Participate in the Social Work duty rota, providing support as required.
• Be responsible for and dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, ensuring their protection from harm.

• Possess a degree in Social Work (CQSW, CSS, DiPSW, or equivalent qualification)
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