Quality Assurance Policy And Procedures Officer Location: Stoke on Trent, ST4 1RN Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 2+ Month Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 26.21 per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Conduct case file audits in Children''s Services to assess social work quality. Support the strategic manager in implementing the audit framework. Review and update policies and procedures as needed. Audit litigation cases to understand liabilities. Contribute to team policy development, including the Case File Audit Framework. Develop auditing tools and questionnaires for specific services. Analyze audit findings and report strengths and weaknesses. Collaborate with partners for audit preparations. Provide training on audit processes to managers. Review audit action plans for service improvement. Ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Monitor manager performance in completing audits. Challenge delays in improving children''s outcomes. Manage financial reviews for high-cost placements. Promote a customer service culture and foster team innovation. Person Specifications Must Have Social Work qualification or equivalent. Registered with a professional body like Social Work England. Substantial knowledge of children''s social work laws and standards. Experience in Local Authority or Children''s Services. Understanding of audit methodologies. Strong communication and ne