Improving the Life chances for Looked after Children - A multi-agency approach
In partnership with Oldham LSCB this briefing session is delivered by the key professionals across the multiagency whom support Oldham’s looked after children population. These sessions are aimed at any professional who has a role where they come into contact with looked after children. The sessions aim to raise awareness of the role of corporate parents as advocates for looked after children and care leavers and the statutory responsibilities held by the following key professionals:
- The Social Worker
- The Designated Nurse for Looked After Children
- The Virtual Head teacher for Looked after Children
- The Independent Reviewing Officer
- Aims and Objectives of the Session
Increase awareness and understanding of the legal framework in relation to LAC and care leavers and team around the child process.
Increased understanding of LAC specific health needs their increased vulnerability and the role of Designated LAC professionals.
Increased knowledge of the role of the virtual head teacher in supporting the educational attainment of LAC.
Understanding of the role of the Independent reviewing officer.
The closing date for nominations has been extended to Friday, 27 April 2018.
Please return completed nomination form to: karen.mcmahon@oldham.gov.uk