Independent Reviewing Officer - North Yorkshire

Added 13/11/2026

An experienced and committed Independent Reviewing Officer is required to lead and oversee statutory reviews for children and young people who are looked after. This is an important role focused on safeguarding, promoting positive outcomes and ensuring that every child’s care plan reflects their individual needs, wishes and feelings. You will chair looked-after children reviews independently and effectively, ensuring that plans are progressing within required timescales and that actions are clear, appropriate and completed. You will critically evaluate the quality of care planning, placement stability, permanence planning and the child’s overall experience. Where necessary, you will challenge decisions and practice...

Independent Reviewing Officer -Stockport

Added 13/11/2026

An experienced Independent Reviewing Officer is required to lead and quality-assure reviews for children and young people who are looked after by the local authority. This is an important role focused on ensuring that every child’s voice is heard, their welfare remains central to decision-making, and plans are progressing towards safe, stable and permanent outcomes. You will chair statutory looked-after children reviews, ensuring they take place within required timescales and that all relevant professionals, carers, parents and children are appropriately involved. You will promote the child’s participation, advocate for their wishes and feelings, and provide independent challenge where plans, services...

Independent Reviewing Officer - LAC - Hull

Added 12/11/2026

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer to support the effective planning, review and safeguarding of children looked after. You will lead statutory reviews, ensuring that every child’s care plan remains purposeful, timely and centred on their individual needs, wishes and feelings. You will chair looked-after children reviews independently, bringing together social workers, carers, parents, education and health professionals, and any other relevant participants. You will scrutinise the quality and progress of care planning, permanency planning, placement stability, contact arrangements, education, health and emotional wellbeing. Where progress is not being made, you will challenge drift, identify...

Childrens Social Worker - Independent Reviewing Officer - Gateshead

Added 10/11/2026

An experienced Children’s Social Worker is required to undertake an Independent Reviewing Officer role within a busy children’s services environment. This is an opportunity to help ensure that children and young people who are looked after receive safe, effective and timely care planning, with their welfare, voice and individual needs at the centre of every decision. You will chair statutory reviews for children in care, ensuring that plans remain purposeful, outcomes-focused and compliant with relevant legislation, regulations and guidance. You will provide independent challenge to those involved in a child’s care, monitor progress against agreed actions, and escalate concerns where...

Independent Reviewing Officer- Child protection - Manchester

Added 04/11/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our Child Protection team in Manchester. As an IRO, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children in care, conducting regular reviews of their care plans, and advocating for their best interests. Your expertise will contribute significantly to improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people. Key responsibilities include: Conducting independent reviews of care plans for children in care and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Collaborating with social workers, families, and other professionals to gather and assess information relevant to the...

Independent Reviewing Officer - Darlington

Added 22/10/2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated Qualified Social Worker looking to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families? Darlington is seeking an Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that children in care receive the support and services they need to thrive, while also promoting their rights and ensuring their voices are heard. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting independent reviews of care plans for children and young people, ensuring their needs are met and their views are represented. Working collaboratively with social workers, foster...

Independent Reviewing Officer - LAC team - Bolton

Added 13/10/2026

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our Looked After Children (LAC) team in Bolton. As an IRO, you will play a vital role in ensuring that the needs and rights of children in care are met through effective reviews and advocacy. You will work collaboratively with social workers, foster carers, and other professionals to promote positive outcomes for children and young people. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting regular and comprehensive reviews of care plans for Looked After Children. Ensuring that the views of children, families, and relevant stakeholders are heard and considered....

PART TIME - Independent Review Officer / CP Chair - Wolverhampton - £38 ph umb

Added 27/10/2026

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Part-Time Independent Review Officer / CP Chair to join our dynamic team in Wolverhampton. This role offers a competitive rate of £38 per hour (umbrella) and provides an excellent opportunity for qualified social work professionals to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in child protection and a passion for ensuring the best outcomes for vulnerable children. As an Independent Review Officer / CP Chair, you will be responsible for leading and facilitating Child Protection Conferences, ensuring that all statutory requirements...

Children's AP - C&F Team - North Yorkshire

Added 13/11/2026

We are seeking an experienced and committed Advanced Practitioner to join a Children and Families social work team in North Yorkshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified social worker who is passionate about improving outcomes for children, young people and their families, and who can provide confident practice leadership in a supportive environment. In this role, you will manage a varied and complex caseload involving children in need, child protection, children looked after and care proceedings. You will undertake high-quality assessments, develop effective plans, maintain accurate records and ensure that children’s voices, wishes and feelings remain central to...

Advanced Practitioner - Safeguarding Team - North Yorkshire

Added 13/11/2026

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Advanced Practitioner to join a dedicated Safeguarding Team supporting children, young people and families across North Yorkshire. You will play a key role in promoting positive outcomes for children who may be at risk of significant harm, ensuring their safety, wellbeing and voices remain central to all practice. You will manage a complex caseload, undertaking high-quality assessments, analysis and planning in line with statutory safeguarding requirements. Responsibilities will include progressing child protection enquiries, contributing to strategy discussions and conferences, preparing court statements where required, and developing effective plans with children, families and...

Children's SW - Fostering Team - North Yorkshire

Added 12/11/2026

An experienced and committed Children’s Social Worker is required to join a Fostering Team supporting children and foster carers across North Yorkshire. This is an opportunity to contribute to the recruitment, assessment, approval and ongoing support of foster carers, helping to secure safe, stable and nurturing homes for children and young people. You will undertake thorough assessments of prospective foster carers, prepare high-quality reports for fostering panels and decision-makers, and provide clear recommendations based on evidence, safeguarding considerations and the needs of children. You will also supervise approved foster carers, complete statutory visits and reviews, monitor placements, and ensure that...

Children's SW - CWD Team - North Yorkshire

Added 12/11/2026

We are seeking a committed and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join a dedicated Children with Disabilities (CWD) team. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and young people with disabilities, working alongside their families and wider support networks to promote safety, wellbeing, development and independence. You will manage a varied caseload, completing high-quality assessments and undertaking direct work with children and families. Your responsibilities will include developing, implementing and reviewing child-centred plans; responding to safeguarding concerns; completing statutory visits; contributing to child protection processes; and supporting effective transitions into adulthood. You will work collaboratively with...

Social Worker - Children Disability Team - North Yorkshire

Added 12/11/2026

We are seeking a qualified Social Worker to join a Children’s Disability Team supporting children, young people and their families across North Yorkshire. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by helping children with disabilities achieve their potential, remain safe and access the right support at the right time. You will manage a varied caseload, completing high-quality assessments, identifying strengths and needs, and developing effective plans with children, young people, parents and carers. Your responsibilities will include safeguarding, undertaking statutory visits, reviewing care and support arrangements, and ensuring that children’s voices and lived experiences remain central to decision-making....

Social Worker - Fostering - North Yorkshire

Added 12/11/2026

We are seeking a committed and experienced Social Worker to join a fostering service in North Yorkshire. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and young people by supporting safe, stable and nurturing placements, while working collaboratively with foster carers, families and partner agencies. You will manage a varied caseload, undertaking assessments of prospective foster carers and completing fostering assessments in line with relevant legislation, regulations and national standards. You will prepare clear, analytical reports for fostering panels and decision-makers, provide evidence-based recommendations, and ensure that all records and case documentation are accurate, timely and maintained...

Social Worker - Care Planning and Support Team - North Yorkshire

Added 12/11/2026

We are seeking a qualified Social Worker to join a Care Planning and Support Team in North Yorkshire. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to adults and their families by helping people achieve greater independence, wellbeing and control over their care and support. You will manage a varied caseload, completing strengths-based assessments and reviews in line with the Care Act 2014. Working collaboratively with individuals, families, carers, health professionals and community partners, you will develop personalised care and support plans that reflect people’s needs, wishes and desired outcomes. You will also help identify appropriate services, promote independence...