Independent Reviewing Officer - Child Protection
East Riding of Yorkshire Council | £42 per hour (LTD)
Role Details
Position: Independent Reviewing Officer (Child Protection Reviewing Officer)
Council: East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Job Type: Locum
Location: East Riding of Yorkshire
Pay Rate: £42 per hour (LTD)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temporary (duration TBC)
Working Arrangements: On-site presence required; photographic ID must be presented on the first day
About the Role
East Riding of Yorkshire Council is currently seeking an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join their Child Protection team. As an IRO, your primary focus will be to ensure that children subject to child protection plans receive robust and timely reviews, with all decisions and plans effectively scrutinised to promote their safety, welfare, and development.
You will act as a critical safeguard for looked-after children and children on protection plans, ensuring compliance with statutory guidelines and a high standard of multi-agency working. This is an important frontline leadership role aimed at improving outcomes for vulnerable children in the local area.
Key Responsibilities
Chair Child Protection Conferences and Looked After Children (LAC) Reviews in accordance with statutory requirements.
Monitor the implementation of child protection and care plans to ensure effectiveness and timeliness.
Maintain independence while ensuring multi-agency accountability.
Challenge and escalate issues where statutory duties or quality standards are not being met.
Contribute to service development through reflective supervision, performance monitoring, and practice improvement.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive case records on the Council's case management system.
Work collaboratively with social workers, families, and key stakeholders to advocate for children's best interests.
Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
Significant experience in child protection and looked after children work
Previous experience as an IRO or CP Chair is highly desirable
Comprehensive understanding of legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice relating to child protection and looked after children
Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills
Able to confidently challenge and influence multi-agency decisions
Willingness to present photographic ID on the first day of work
Benefits of Working with Eden Brown Synergy
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Interested?
If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take on a pivotal role safeguarding children in East Riding of Yorkshire, please get in touch: