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We are currently recruiting for a Independent Reviewing Officer to join the Reviewing Service Team on a part-time basis. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join our Reviewing Service and champion the needs of children in the care of Gloucestershire.
Job Responsibility:
Chair statutory reviews for children in care in line with IRO Regulations and national guidance
Ensure that reviews are timely, child-centred, and delivered to a high professional standard
Monitor the progress and quality of Care Plans, actively addressing any drift or delay
Provide robust challenge and escalate concerns to senior management and CAFCASS as needed
Ensure the meaningful involvement of children, young people, families, and carers
Collaborate with professionals across agencies and support improvements to practice
Promote equality and consider the individual needs of each child, including factors such as race, disability, religion, and identity
Requirements:
Social Work England registration
Recognised Social Work qualification (e.g. DipSW, CQSW)
At least 5 years post-qualifying experience in children’s social work, including child protection and care proceedings
Experience in management and/or supervision within a children's social work team
Experience chairing complex meetings and managing conflict
Strong understanding of legislation, permanence planning, safeguarding, and quality assurance
Excellent communication, critical thinking, and record-keeping skills
Experience with quality assurance systems
A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
What we offer:
£5,000 welcome payment*
£2,000 retention payment*
Up to £8,000 relocation package**
Flexible and agile working opportunities
25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service (pro rata for part-time staff)
Option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
Family friendly policies and benefits to help support you and your family
Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone
An in-house Occupational Health service
Employee discount scheme
Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network
Career development and qualification opportunities
Access to our Social Work Academy
Cycle to Work scheme (eligibility criteria and t&cs apply)
Green Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme (eligibility criteria and t&cs apply)