Back Posted: Oct 14 2025

Independent Reviewing Officer

Barnsley, England , United Kingdom

Public/Government jobs >> Social Care/Social Services

Negotiable

Contract

Name Confidential

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Position: Independent Reviewing Officer

Team: Looked After Children

Pay Rate: £40 per hour (Umbrella)

Location: Yorkshire

Working Pattern: Hybrid – minimum of 3 days office-based

Sheldon Phillips are working with a Local Authority in Yorkshire who are seeking an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer to join their Looked After Children service on a temporary basis until the end of December. This role is focused exclusively on Looked After Children and does not include chairing child protection conferences.

What You Can Expect:

Supportive and established team with strong leadership

Flexible working pattern with hybrid arrangements

Opportunity to contribute to service improvement and quality assurance within the LAC service

Duties and Responsibilities:

Chair Looked After Children (LAC) reviews in line with statutory requirements

Monitor care plans to ensure they meet the needs and best interests of the child

Challenge and escalate concerns where drift or delay is identified

Work collaboratively with social workers, managers, and external partners to ensure effective care planning

Provide professional oversight and contribute to continuous service development

Ensure compliance with statutory duties and the IRO Handbook

Requirements:

SWE Registration

Social Work qualification

Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualified experience within a local authority

Substantial experience working with Looked After Children and families

Proven ability to chair complex meetings and manage multi-agency dynamics

In-depth understanding of Care Planning Regulations and the statutory duties of an IRO

If you’re an experienced practitioner looking to take on a short-term role with a strong focus on improving outcomes for Looked After Children, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact: Emily Cooper – (phone number removed)

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: October 14, 2025
Job id:. CV-173590
Position Type: Contract
Applicants: 0
Views: 8

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