About this role
Independent Reviewing Officer (Social Worker Qualified)
Liquid Personnel is partnering with a forward-thinking local authority in Swindon to recruit a Quality Assurance Reviewing Officer (IRO).
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced social work professional to play a key role in safeguarding children, driving service improvement, and providing independent oversight across Child Protection, Children in Care, and Fostering Reviews. This role is split into IRO & CP Chair and you will get a choice of which role you prefer.
The Role
Reporting to the Service Manager, you will:
- Chair Child Protection Conferences, Children in Care Reviews, and Fostering Reviews
- Provide robust challenge and quality assurance to ensure positive outcomes for children
- Promote strengths-based practice and effective multi-agency working
- Ensure children's voices remain at the heart of planning and decision-making
- Contribute to service development and continuous improvement across Children's Services
About You
To be considered, you'll need:
- Social Work England registration
- A minimum of 5 years' post-qualified experience within Children's Social Care
- Recent supervisory or management experience
- Experience chairing complex meetings and managing professional challenge
- Significant experience in Child Protection and Children in Care services
- Expert knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding frameworks, and statutory guidance
- A passion for quality assurance and achieving the best outcomes for children
What's On Offer?
- £57,867 salary
- Up to £8,000 relocation package (subject to eligibility)
- Flexible working arrangements
- 28 days annual leave
- Excellent pension scheme
- Free parking
- Ongoing training and professional development
If you're passionate about improving outcomes for children and influencing high-quality social work practice, we'd love to hear from you.
Sponsorship information: Unfortunately, sponsorship isn't available for this position.