Summary

The Practice Improvement Officer will lead Fostering Quality Assurance and practice improvement across the service. This role is crucial for managing practice enhancement, providing training, and contributing to audits within the Fostering service. The officer will ensure compliance with regulations and support the development of high-quality fostering practices.

Responsibilities

Manage the development and implementation of practice review and performance processes, and analyse findings.
Collate key data to support audit reports and management reports.
Review and quality assure all Form F assessments, Reg 24 processes, and annual reviews.
Monitor Special Guardianship applications, identify outstanding actions, and maintain a tracking system for improvement plans.
Support and challenge Team Managers and the Head of Service on compliance issues.
Prepare and disseminate findings from Quality Assurance functions through practice workshops.
Maintain an overview of analysis findings, key themes, and report completion.
Create and maintain audit service plans using Microsoft Project or other methods.
Act as custodian of all master copies of service products and reports.
Organize information systematically for accessibility by senior managers.

Qualifications

Evidence of continuing professional development aligned with relevant frameworks or Knowledge & Skills Statements.
Dip SW, CQSW, or recognized equivalent substantial professional social work qualification.
Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.

Experience

Extensive experience in fostering services and quality assurance.
Proven track record in managing practice improvement initiatives.
Strong analytical skills and experience in data management.
Professional qualifications in social work and registration with relevant professional bodies.

Additional Information

QA audit and practice improvement officer