Qualified Social Worker – Independent Reviewing Officer

👩‍⚖️ Qualified Social Worker – Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
📍 Location: North Yorkshire
💷 Pay Rate: £32 per hour
🕘 Agency Role | Flexible Start | Hybrid Available
 
Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker ready to step into a role where your voice drives accountability, improves outcomes, and upholds the rights of vulnerable children? We’re seeking a dedicated IRO (Independent Reviewing Officer) to join a committed team in North Yorkshire, delivering high-impact work through independent oversight of Child Protection Conferences, Children Looked After Reviews, and Foster Carer Annual Reviews.
 
🎯 In This Role, You Will:

• Chair Initial and Review Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Child (LAC) Reviews, and Foster Carer Annual Reviews
• Ensure all reviews are held within statutory timeframes, in line with legislative requirements and best practice standards
• Champion the voice of the child in every review, ensuring their views are heard and reflected
• Provide independent challenge where necessary to improve the quality of planning and decision-making
• Monitor and track progress against care and protection plans
• Collaborate with social workers, managers, carers, families, and other professionals to deliver the best outcomes

 
👤 The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
✔️ A Social Work qualification & registration with Social Work England
✔️ 4+ years’ post-qualified experience in children’s social care
✔️ Deep understanding of Child Protection, Looked After Children, and Fostering legislation
✔️ A confident, independent mindset and a strong commitment to upholding children's rights
✔️ Strong communication, mediation, and negotiation skills
✔️ Experience working within multi-agency, inter-professional settings
✔️ A proactive, quality-focused, and outcome-driven approach
✔️ Ability to constructively challenge practice to improve outcomes for children
 
📈 In Return, You Will Get To:

• Be part of a progressive team in a well-structured Local Authority
• Make a real difference in safeguarding and care planning for children
• Work flexibly with supportive leadership and ongoing development opportunities
• Be backed by a dedicated Pertemps consultant, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free placement

 
📍 Easily commutable from:
York, Harrogate, Leeds, Doncaster, Hull, Wakefield, Bradford, Sheffield, Huddersfield, Halifax, Rochdale, Manchester, and surrounding areas.
 
🧭 Not the role for you?
We also recruit for: IRO, BIA, MASH, Duty & Assessment, Child Protection, Children Looked After, Adult Social Work, Preparation for Adulthood, and more.
 
👥 Referral Bonus: Know someone suitable? Refer a friend and earn up to £250!
📞 Apply now or contact us today for a confidential discussion.
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