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This will be a person who is independent of the direct line management of Tower Hamlets’ fostering service. The chair should hold a recognised social work qualification and be experienced in chairing complex meetings involving the rights and needs of looked after children. The Chair will sign a contract for each term of office and receive a fee on receipt of an invoice. See attached document.

Attending pre-panel meetings in order to ensure the quality and relevance of reports submitted to panel

Attending a quarterly meeting with the agency decision-maker to discuss any issues arising from panel and the cases presented to it. One of these meetings will constitute the annual appraisal which will review the chair’s strengths and areas of development and any suggested improvements in the department’s practice

During meetings the chair should ensure that each panel member has an opportunity to put forward comments and questions. Following discussion each panel member should be asked whether he/she supports a proposed recommendation. The chair should attempt to facilitate the panel to reach a consensus, although this might not always be possible.

Produce an annual schedule of panel meetings, pre-panel meetings and submission dates

Notice and summons to meetings

Duration of meetings

Cancellation of meetings

Member representatives should be able to demonstrate their capacity See paragraphs 5.16 to 5.20 of the Guidance which outlines what 'capacity' in this context means. to attend and complete the necessary preparation for meetings and participate in training as required.

Employer representatives should be able to demonstrate their capacity See paragraphs 5.16 to 5.20 of the Guidance which outlines what 'capacity' in this context means. to attend and complete the necessary preparation for meetings and participate in training as required.