Independent Reviewing Officer

Oxfordshire County Council; Town of Oxford; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Canada is seeking a qualified professional to support children's services, focusing on family outcomes using a relational approach. Candidates should have management-level experience and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and personal growth. The role offers a competitive salary of £59,008 – £62,422, along with substantial annual leave, pension scheme, and various employee benefits including health and wellbeing support. Join us in making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Family friendly policies

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing and delivering children's services.
• Strong interpersonal skills and respect for diverse backgrounds.
• Proactive in personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Focus on successful outcomes for families using a relational approach.
• Use motivational interviewing to engage and support families.
• Maintain manageable caseload as per guidelines.
• Participate in ongoing training and reflective sessions.

Skills

Management level experience supporting services for children

Kind and caring attitude

Advocacy for equality and integrity

Willingness to learn and grow

Responsibility in delivering vision

Continuous improvement mindset

Job description

Responsibilities

• Focus on successful outcomes for families using a relational, strengths‑based approach.
• Use motivational interviewing to engage and support children and families.
• Be supported with individual supervision to promote your wellbeing and professional development.
• Hold a manageable caseload as directed by the IRO handbook to ensure that you have the time you need to spend with the children and families you are working with.
• Have opportunities to continue to learn while you work, by undertaking training, webinars, practice learning events and reflective sessions.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience at management level supporting delivery of high‑quality services for children.
• Kind and caring, with respect for diverse backgrounds.
• Advocate equality and integrity in all you do.
• Always learning, with a passion to grow and develop your skills.
• Willing to take responsibility and contribute to the delivery of Oxfordshire County Council’s vision.
• Driven to do it differently and journey of continuous improvement.

Rewards and benefits

• Competitive salary from £59,008 – £62,422
• Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays).
• A comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support 24 x 7.
• Range of family friendly policies.
• Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health & leisure activities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and we guarantee interview for disabled applicants and care leavers who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role within three years of leaving the service.

Contact

If you encounter any issues with the application system, please contact Stuart Jones on 07549 223574 [e-mail]