Children's Independent Reviewing Officer

Shropshire - UK

Monthly Salary: £ 38 - 38

Experience Required: 4-5years

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

Shropshire Council is seeking an experienced Childrens Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) / Independent Chair (IC) on a temporary contract (3 months 38/hour 37 hours/week).

The role is primarily home-based with occasional attendance at ICPCs and team meetings in Shropshire.

The successful candidate will manage Child Looked After Reviews ICPCs RCPCs and quality assurance in line with statutory requirements.

This is an urgent requirement with a start within 2 weeks.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

Act as Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) and Independent Chair (IC) for Childrens Looked After and Child Protection cases.

Conduct Initial Child Protection Conferences (ICPCs) and Review Child Protection Conferences (RCPCs).

Complete Child Looked After Reviews and midpoint reviews.

Undertake quality assurance activities in line with statutory guidance (e.g. RAG ratings DfE sheets).

Maintain accurate records and reports in line with Council policies and statutory requirements.

Liaise with social workers carers children and other stakeholders to ensure compliance and best outcomes.

Attend monthly team meetings and periodic in-person conferences as required.

Skills/Experience:

Minimum 3 years experience as both IRO and Independent Chair.

Strong knowledge of Child Protection legislation procedures and statutory guidance.

Experience in Looked After Children (LAC) processes and review frameworks.

Ability to complete ICPCs RCPCs and CLA reviews accurately and efficiently.

Strong quality assurance and report writing skills.

Excellent communication stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.

IT literate with experience in case management systems and DfE reporting.

Ability to work independently manage time effectively and prioritise tasks.

Additional Information:

Contract: 3 months (09/02/2026 09/05/2026).

Hours: 37 per week 09:0017:30.

Rate: 38 per hour (Umbrella).

Location: Home-based with occasional office attendance at Guild Hall Shropshire.

Must be available to start within 2 weeks of application.

Required Skills:

Minimum 3 years experience as both IRO and Independent Chair. Strong knowledge of Child Protection legislation procedures and statutory guidance. Experience in Looked After Children (LAC) processes and review frameworks. Ability to complete ICPCs RCPCs and CLA reviews accurately and efficiently. Strong quality assurance and report writing skills. Excellent communication stakeholder management and interpersonal skills. IT literate with experience in case management systems and DfE reporting. Ability to work independently manage time effectively and prioritise tasks.

Required Education:

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.

3 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: Shropshire Council is seeking an experienced Childrens Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) / Independent Chair (IC) on a temporary contract (3 months 38/hour 37 hours/week). The role is primarily home-based with occasional attendance at ICPCs and...