Durham - Operations Manager for IRO Services

Reference: 3555954251_1781106128

🌟 Operations Manager - IRO Services | Durham Council 🌟

πŸ“ Location: Spennymoor Green Lane Council Offices
🏒 Client: Durham County Council

Are you an experienced and dedicated social work professional looking for your next leadership opportunity? Eden Brown Synergy is recruiting an Operations Manager to join the Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) Services team at Durham Council. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in driving service excellence and ensuring positive outcomes for children and young people.


πŸ“ Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership within IRO Services.
  • Ensure high-quality practice and compliance with statutory responsibilities.
  • Support, supervise, and develop social work professionals.
  • Monitor service performance and drive continuous improvement.
  • Promote safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people.
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams and partner agencies to deliver effective services.

βœ… Essential Requirements

  • Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
  • Minimum 3 years' post-qualified experience within Children's Services.
  • Registered with Social Work England.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
  • Strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures, legislation, and best practice within Children's Services.
  • Proven ability to manage complex cases and make sound professional decisions.
  • Leadership and management experience within Children's Services is highly desirable.

🎁 Why Join Eden Brown Synergy?

  • Fully processed and funded DBS.
  • Attractive referral bonus scheme.
  • "Find Your Own Job" bonus.
  • Twice-weekly payroll for faster payments.
  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
  • Reward & Recognition (R&R) programme.
  • Access to exclusive contract opportunities across the UK.

πŸ“© Apply Today

If you're ready to make a real difference and take the next step in your social work leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.

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πŸ“ž 020 3650 0303

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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Durham

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Added 10/06/2026
Reference: 3555954251_1781106128

Durham - Operations Manager for IRO Services

Durham
Temporary

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