Impactful Children’s IRO — Safeguarding & Care Lead

Caritas Recruitment Limited

South Shields

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 64,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Children’s Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to chair statutory reviews and promote positive outcomes for looked-after children and young people in care. You will ensure the child’s voice is central, record wishes and feelings, and involve parents, carers and professionals in the review process.

You will monitor care plan progress, challenge drift, escalate safeguarding or placement concerns, and work with social workers, foster carers,

Qualifications

Recognised Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration.
Post-qualifying experience in children’s social care.
Experience working with children in care, chairing reviews or independent scrutiny is desirable.
Sound understanding of relevant legislation, statutory guidance and child protection procedures.
Excellent communication, organisation and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

Chair statutory reviews independently, ensuring the child is central to decisions.
Record and record the child’s wishes and feelings, and involve parents, carers and professionals.
Monitor progress and effectiveness of care plans, challenge drift and escalate safeguarding issues.
Collaborate with social workers, foster carers, education and health professionals to promote stability and best outcomes for each child.