Independent Reviewing Officer (Social Worker Qualified)

Job description

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. 📧 **Daryl.Jackson@liquidpersonnel.com** 📞 **0203 319 3129** **Apply today and help shape the future of Children's Services in Swindon.** Unfortunately, sponsorship isn't available for this position. GH - 32830