About the Role
Opus People Solutions on behalf of Northampton Childrens Trust are seeking an experienced Independent Review & Conference Officer to join their team.
The role focuses on providing independent oversight and quality assurance of child protection planning, ensuring that the voice, safety and best interests of children remain at the heart of decision-making.
As an Independent Review & Conference Officer, you will chair Child Protection Conferences, provide constructive challenge to practice where required, and monitor the effectiveness of plans to safeguard children. You will be responsible for identifying areas of poor practice, reporting concerns to senior managers, and working collaboratively to drive improvements and achieve positive outcomes for children and families.
Location: Northampton, Kettering & Daventry (for face-to-face meetings)
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days per week attending meetings in person across Northampton, Kettering and Daventry
Rate: 40 per hour (Umbrella)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Key Responsibilities
About You
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. As this role is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check, applicants are required to declare any cautions and convictions that are not protected under current filtering rules.
About Northamptonshire Children's Trust
Northamptonshire Children's Trust was established in November 2020 to deliver Children's Services on behalf of the newly established North and West Northamptonshire Councils. The Trust is wholly owned and funded by the Councils but operates independently, creating unique opportunities to innovate, develop new approaches and deliver excellent outcomes for children and families.
The Trust is committed to creating a culture where high-quality professional practice can flourish, empowering practitioners to work at the forefront of safeguarding and service improvement while making a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
If you are an experienced safeguarding professional looking for a rewarding opportunity to influence practice, provide independent challenge, and improve outcomes for children across Northamptonshire, we'd love to hear from you.
