Child Protection Chair/ IRO

Added 02/07/2025

Are you an experienced IRO / Child Protection Chair looking for a new challenge. We have an exciting opporunity with this borough in North West London to have a key role in driving planning and promoting positive outcomes for our children and young people. We are looking for enthusiastic, committed and experienced social worker who are passionate about the wellbeing of vulnerable children to join this well established team of Independent Reviewing Officers and Child Protection Chairs.You will be responsible for chairing Child Protection Conferences and Looked After Reviews. Your primary focus will be to oversee and quality assure the...

IRO/ CP Chair - Harrow

Added 02/07/2025

Independent Reviewing Officer / Child Protection Chair Harrow Council Pay: Approximately £45 per hour (awaiting confirmation, some negotiation possible) Contract: Temporary Working Pattern: Hybrid - Up to 2 days per week in officeEden Brown Synergy is exclusively recruiting experienced Independent Reviewing Officers (IROs) / Child Protection Chairs for a London Borough of Harrow.Role Overview: We are seeking skilled and committed IRO/CP Chairs to oversee and chair child protection conferences and reviews, ensuring that children and young people are safeguarded and their needs met in line with statutory guidance.Key Requirements:Proven experience as an Independent Reviewing Officer or Child Protection Chair is...

Sutton - IRO: CP chair - LAC & Duty Team

Added 20/05/2025

London Borough of Sutton is Hiring: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) / Child Protection Chair Pay Rate: £38 per hour umbrella (negotiable) Contract: Full-time | 36 hours per week | Inside IR35 Contract Duration: 02/06/2025 - 29/08/2025 Location: London Borough of Sutton (SM1)Are you an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) or Child Protection Chair looking for your next contract in a well-structured and supportive London borough? Sutton is seeking a passionate and detail-driven professional to join their People's Services team, ensuring robust care planning and safeguarding for children and young people.This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key leadership...

CP- Chair / IRO - Wakefied £40 p/h

Added 29/04/2025

Wakefield City Council is seeking an experienced Child Protection Chair (IRO) to join their Safeguarding and Review Service, overseeing Initial Child Protection Conferences (ICPCs) and Review Child Protection Conferences (RCPCs). This role is fully office-based at Five Towns Resource Centre in Castleford and offers a competitive pay rate of £40 per hour (umbrella).Key Responsibilities:Chair Initial Child Protection Conferences (ICPCs) and Review Child Protection Conferences (RCPCs), ensuring robust safeguarding measures are in place.Provide independent oversight of child protection cases, ensuring best practices and compliance with statutory requirements.Work collaboratively with social workers, multi-agency professionals, and families to develop and review child protection...

Northamptonshire - QSW- Court Team /Children in Care - £38ph

Added 09/07/2025

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker (QSW) to join our Court Team within the Children in Care sector in Northamptonshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate professional looking to make a significant impact in the lives of vulnerable children and their families. The position offers a competitive rate of £38 per hour, along with the chance to work in a supportive and dynamic environment. As a Qualified Social Worker in the Court Team, you will be responsible for: Conducting assessments and developing care plans for children in care. Preparing reports and presenting cases in...

West Sussex - OT - Countywide review team up to £38PH

Added 17/06/2025

Location: County Hall North (Horsham), County Hall (Chichester), Bridge House (Worthing) Pay Rate: Up to £38 per hour (depending on experience and assessed competency) Contract Type: Locum/Temporary Working Pattern: Hybrid - Office attendance 1 day per week (where feasible) West Sussex County Council is seeking experienced and dedicated Occupational Therapists to join our Lifelong Services Countywide Review Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking service focused on delivering person-centred, strengths-based reviews across the county. About the Role: As a Countywide Reviewing Occupational Therapist, you will work with adults aged 18+ with a range of...

Social Worker Long Term CP Exeter Devon 38ph

Added 21/05/2025

Social Worker required for work within the Children & Families Team in the Devon area. Competitive rates of pay up to £38ph, long term contracts in a well managed supportive team. This contract is for a roles in Exeter, a gorgeous city based just off the M5. Good transport links to M5 & A38, Somerset & Cornwall. Benefits inc hybrid working and/or compressed hours, low case loads around 18. They are friendly and supportive team, with management presence for any assistance 5 days a week. Devon offer an Accommodation/commuter allowance up to £150pw. Can look at 3 to 4 days...

Children's SW - MASH Team - Solihull

Added 04/07/2025

Are you a passionate and dedicated social worker looking to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Solihull Council is seeking a qualified Children’s Social Worker to join our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) Team. In this critical role, you will work collaboratively with various agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable children in our community. As a Children’s Social Worker in the MASH Team, your key responsibilities will include: Conducting assessments and investigations in response to safeguarding concerns. Collaborating with partner agencies to gather information and provide comprehensive support. Developing and implementing care plans tailored...

Senior Social Worker - Children Looked After Team - Solihull

Added 05/06/2025

Job Title: Senior Social Worker - Children Looked After Team Location: Chelmunds Place, Solihull Pay Rate: £33.30 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: Full-time | Until November 2025 Working Pattern: Monday to Friday | Hybrid working (40-50% office-based) Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker with a strong background in Children in Care? Solihull Council is seeking Senior Social Workers to join their dedicated Children Looked After team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a highly supportive and reflective service focused on achieving the best outcomes for young people aged 0-18 who are in the care of the...

Solihull - Assistant Team Manager - Hospital/D2A Team

Added 22/04/2025

Eden Brown synergy are currently recruiting for Solihull Council who are looking for Assistant Team Manager - Hospital/D2A Team An exciting opportunity for an Assistant Team Manager to join the Hospital/D2A Team in Solihull. Looking for candidates who have experience hold post-qualifying experience in Adult Social Work Services. Experience of providing professional supervision to other workers which encourage reflection, progression and development. Experience of working in a pressurised environment. Experience of managing positive risk taking and making decisions. Experience of multi-agency working. Experience of effectively chairing meetings. Detailed knowledge of relevant legislation including: Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005...

IRO - Gateshead

Added 02/07/2025

Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) / Conference Chair Gateshead Council Pay Rate: £34.45 per hour Start Date: ASAP Contract: TemporaryGateshead Council is seeking an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer / Conference Chair to join its Children's Social Care team. This is a vital role supporting high standards in care planning and child protection.Key ResponsibilitiesAs an Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO):Oversee and scrutinise care planning for Children in Our Care, including those in fostering, adoption, and unaccompanied asylum-seeking situations.Chair Children in Our Care reviews and ensure their views are central to decision-making.Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and young people.Promote best outcomes by holding...

IRO-Safeguarding - BANES

Added 25/06/2025

LADO required for work within the CP Service in the BANES area. Candidates will be working in the Locality Team. Contract for 3-6 months but will extend. £49.88ph . Flexible hybrid working The LADO role is a specialist social work role required under Working Together and Keeping Children Safe in Education. We are looking for a qualified social work manager with significant experience of safeguarding and investigations of abuse or quality of care issues. Ideally they will already have experience of undertaking the LADO role. They will need to be able to work with authority and clarity providing advice and...

IRO (LAC) - Barnsley £40 p/h

Added 30/05/2025

Independent Reviewing Officer / Conference Chair - Children's Services Location: Barnsley Type: Full-time | ContractBarnsley Children's Services is currently seeking an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) / Conference Chair to join our committed team. This is a key role focused on driving care planning, promoting stability and permanence, and championing the voice of looked after children and young people.Key Responsibilities:Chairing looked after children reviews, ensuring all meetings are held face-to-face in line with best practiceConducting face-to-face visits with each young person between review meetingsEnsuring IRO midway reviews take place to track progress against plansOverseeing and quality assuring the planning and...

IRO - CP/LAC - North Somerset

Added 23/05/2025

North Somerset council are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join as an Independent Safeguarding & Reviewing Officer - post holder will be responsible for overseeing a caseload of around 60 CP and CIC children. 3 months + contracts with excellent rates of pay at £41ph. Flexible hybrid working arrangements. We are looking for an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer to join our teams as we work to continually improve our service and outcomes for children and families. The successful candidate will be experienced in managing and chairing complex review meeting and will be able to offer a robust and...

IRO (LAC) - Hull City Council £40 p/h

Added 20/05/2025

Hull City Council - Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) | Looked After ChildrenLocation: HullRate: £40 per hourContract: OngoingStart Date: ASAPHull City Council is seeking an experienced Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO) to join their Children Looked After (LAC) service. This is a key role focused on reviewing care plans and ensuring the best outcomes for children in care. Key Requirements:Must have recent experience as an IRO working specifically with Looked After ChildrenStrong understanding of the Signs of Safety and Belonging ModelLiquid Logic trained - essentialSWE registration and right to work in the UK What's on Offer:Competitive pay rate of £40 per hourSupportive...