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 - North Yorkshire

Added 13/11/2026

An experienced and motivated Independent Reviewing Officer is required to support children and young people across North Yorkshire. This is an important role focused on ensuring that children in care receive high-quality support, have their voices heard and achieve positive outcomes. You will work independently while developing effective relationships with children, families, social workers, carers and partner agencies. You will chair statutory reviews for children looked after, ensuring that each review is timely, purposeful and centred on the child’s needs, wishes and feelings. You will monitor the progress of care plans, challenge drift or delay, and make sure that agreed...

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 IRO - Stockport

Added 13/11/2026

An opportunity is available for an experienced Children’s Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to support the delivery of high-quality services for children and young people. Working within a statutory framework, you will ensure that children’s care plans remain focused on their needs, wishes, feelings and long-term outcomes. You will chair looked-after children reviews, ensuring they are timely, purposeful and conducted in line with legislation, regulations and local procedures. This will include consulting with children, parents, carers and relevant professionals, reviewing the progress of care plans, identifying barriers to permanency and making clear recommendations where arrangements are not meeting the child’s needs....

Social Worker - Kinship Team - Stockport

Added 28/10/2026

Join our dedicated Kinship Team in Stockport as a Social Worker and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families. We are seeking a passionate and qualified individual who can provide comprehensive support and guidance to kinship carers and the children in their care. In this role, you will work collaboratively with families, local authorities, and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for children who are unable to live with their parents. Your key responsibilities will include: Assessing the needs of children and their kinship carers through comprehensive evaluations. Developing and implementing tailored support plans aimed...

Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) - Wolverhampton (Part-time)

Added 12/11/2026

An experienced and qualified social worker is required to undertake the role of Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) on a part-time basis in Wolverhampton. This is an important safeguarding position, providing independent oversight and professional advice where concerns are raised about adults who work with or have responsibility for children and young people. The successful candidate will manage and coordinate allegations against professionals, volunteers and other individuals working with children. You will assess referrals, determine appropriate action, and ensure that enquiries are progressed in line with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and local safeguarding procedures. The role will involve chairing and...

Children's SEND Officer - Central Bedfordshire

Added 09/11/2026

An opportunity has arisen for a Children’s SEND Officer to support the effective coordination and delivery of services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. You will play a key role in helping children and young people access appropriate education, health and care provision, while ensuring their views and those of their families remain central to the process. Your responsibilities will include managing a caseload of Education, Health and Care (EHC) needs assessments and plans from request through to completion and review. You will work closely with families, schools, colleges, health professionals, social care teams and...