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East Riding of Yorkshire Council | £42 per hour (LTD)

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

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.

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.

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

Competitive £42 per hour LTD rate

Direct access to exclusive roles with local authorities across the UK

Quick registration and compliance process

Dedicated recruitment consultant support throughout your placement

Referral scheme - earn up to £300 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)

Transparent and supportive communication

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:
📧 Email:
📞 Call: 0175 655 6972

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