I have 33 years experience in all aspects of multi-agency child care and safeguarding. I am experienced in undertaking complex assessments preparing reports for and giving evidence in care and private proceedings. I am experienced in undertaking Form F and Connected Persons assessments, investigating complaints against social workers. I have experience of managing social work teams. I managed a LA Safeguarding Unit for 5 years and supervised a team of IRO's. I am skilled in chairing complex child protection conferences, reviews for children in care and reviews of foster carer's registration. I was a LADO for 5 years. I am registered with HCPC, have a clear DBS and excellent references.